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THE management of the Philippine men’s football team has prepared a shortlist of worthy foreign candidates ahead of the departure of Azkals coach Michael Weiss.
Weiss' days appeared numbered since last month when Azkals manager Dan Palami made no effort to deny the possibility of a coaching change as they evaluate the performance of the German whose one-year contract is to end in March.
The Philippine Football Federation is expected to make an official announcement on Wednesday regarding the future of the 48-year-old Weiss.
Although still refusing to confirm the termination of Weiss' contract, Palami on Sunday revealed he has six possible choices for replacement.
“Whatever the announcement is, I’ve prepared already for any eventuality and actually asked for CVs from different sources so that we could immediately find a replacement if ever the PFF decides to indeed not to extend the contract of Michael Weiss,” Palami said. “And I think the direction is towards that.”
Palami, the man behind the Azkals’ rise to prominence that has enabled Philippine football to reach new heights, said the six applicants are from Spain, United Kingdom, Hong Kong, US, Germany, and Montenegro.
And the 43-year-old businessman is hoping to interview each one over a 15-day period before making his selection.
“I can’t memorize their names because I look at the credentials first. And some of them have playing experiences with Barcelona, Manchester City, Arsenal, Liverpool,” Palami said.
“These are the caliber of coaches we’re looking at right now.”
Meanwhile, it was bared that assistant coach Edwin Cabalida will take over the Azkals’ initial practice sessions this month.
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“I can’t memorize their names because I look at the credentials first. And some of them have playing experiences with Barcelona, Manchester City, Arsenal, Liverpool,” Palami said.
ReplyDeleteSo what?!?! Just because a former player had stints with the likes of the said clubs, doesn't mean they would make a good coach!
the thing is , those are clubs with cultures and systems . but tama rin it doesn't mean a good player translates into a good coach !
DeleteMarcelo Bielsa is available . haha... too high profile and expensive . but can install a system !
ReplyDeletei think alex ferguson is vacant we can hire him. hahaha
ReplyDeleteAndre Villas-Boas too...
ReplyDeleteJupp Heynckes is German and if he could be coaxed out of retirement, it could work :)
ReplyDeleteGuess that's just day dreaming though. The typical ones who take jobs abroad like Berti Vogts seem more "realistic" there. ;)
DeleteWhy don't they just ask Rob Gier to retire so he can manage the team lol. I'm sure Rick Olivares will agree.
DeleteAren't the YH brothers doing their coaching licenses? They played for Chelsea. ;)
DeleteJohn Barnes is one of the candidates ? ex Liverpool player and has been coaching Jamaica National team
ReplyDeleteHow reliable is this Jonny?
DeletePalami said that one of the candidates got playing experience from Liverpool, but there are others like Robbie Fowler and Graeme Souness.
Deletedestroy nepotism in football first.
ReplyDeleteNice! You should add cronyism as well.
Delete“I’ve prepared already for any eventuality and actually asked for CVs from different sources so that we could immediately find a replacement if ever the PFF decides to indeed not to extend the contract of Michael Weiss,” Palami said. “And I think the direction is towards that.”
ReplyDeleteCut the crap Mr. Palami. The decision to fire or retain Weiss has always been your decision and you have made your mind up months ago. The PFF is just formalizing your decision.