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[BBC]
We asked for your views on Jimmy Thelin's departure from Aberdeen.
Here's what some of you said:
Angus: The issue was not Thelin, it was the higher ups at the club consistently failing to sign the players that Jimmy wanted and needed to succeed. The notion that Jimmy has been "backed" is simply false, demonstrated by the shambolic departure of Steven Gunn, showing that the club clearly failed to adequately support Jimmy in the way he needed. Questions must be asked of Dave Cormack, as that is the fifth manager in as many years that he has been sacked. If he fails again to hire a manager that can work with him and the club, he must leave.
Mark: I feel it was inevitable as in the league under Thelin we have been up and down and never knew what way we were trying to play, with a lot of the players that have been brought in being similar types. I think we need a clear-out of some of the players that have been present while a number of managers have come and gone which is no coincidence, time for the club to have a look at what is happening behind the scenes, players, recruitment and everything as it doesn't seem to be aligned. For new manager go and get the Motherwell manager now as he is working wonders on smaller budget.
Craig: Never take pleasure in seeing someone lose their job but the writing was on the wall. For the quality of players we have on the park and the budget he has access to, we should not be sitting eighth. He'll always be remembered for the Scottish Cup, just as Derek McInnes will be remembered for the League Cup, but definitely time for someone to come and shake up that squad.
Andy: Thelin looked good on paper and talked a good story but never managed to get the best out of his players. The messages were there after the Falkirk performance - they had given up on him. Let's hope the board dig deep to bring in Jens Berthel Askou.
Graeme: I think everyone wanted Jimmy to succeed and that's reflected in the time and money he was given to spend. Imagine if McInnes was given that money! Where next? This one has to be right to get the club back winning games in style. Is it too much to ask for Askou?
Finn: Aberdeen were used to finishing second or third in the league pretty much every season but we just can't seem to replace Mclnnes. Don't know what route is going to be taken next because everything has been tried. David Martindale?
Robert: It's always regretful when someone loses their job. However, for whatever reason, there has to have been something not right to have got to this stage. I would be happy for Peter Leven to be given an opportunity. If he shows he is up to the job, then brilliant. A knee-jerk reaction right now is not the answer. Aberdeen are a better club than to clutch at straws. I hope they can steer into calmer waters soon.
Evan: A bit surprised at the timing, as I feel Thelin still could have turned it around over the next few matches. Leven would be top of my list as the replacement. He deserves a chance to have full control of the team and show what he can do.
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