Next season

Kap10

Until we can see who is leaving and who is coming in it is difficult to be able to predict next season. As last season testifies, a closing run can instill optimism, whilst the reality of lack or poor investment can quickly lead to dashed hopes and despondency.

However, the teams around us could lead to optimism, although I expect Wolves to be a strong force next season, I am not sure brentford or the play off contender will be too "hot" although Brentford will have more investment in the team and new stadium. Birmingham are unlikely to be able to find any more money behind the sofa and I think will continue to decline, probably losing some of their better players during the summer, Blackpool need new owners if they are going to invest, Ince has not pulled up any trees for Palace so his value eevn as an out of contract development fee will be even lower that initially expected.

I would not be surprised to see Fulham continue to spiral, even with the parachute money, their owner spent £200m for this relegation club, will he want to invest more? Norwich are another club that could well suffer in their adjustment to Championship football, cardiff may actually be amongst the contenders despite their shocking season.

If we invest well in management and players and not receive the support we had in January, it could be quite an interesting season. Its going to be an interesting summer and may even be a good next season.

uie2

good post

ShootersHillGuru

Is admin and a points deduction for Birmingham a possibility ?

seriously_red

Until we sees who stays and goes, and who we might add it is very difficult to understand the ambition and strategy of the new owner. And looking at the activity of other clubs will also tell us how next season might shape up.
The January 2015 transfer window will be the first in which clubs might be excluded under FFP. And this is where our connection to Liege and other the clubs may come in handy as we can borrow or sign players to cover gaps in the squad.
By the time the fixture list comes out we (and the bookies!) will have some perspective.

jackmasterflash

A 12th placed position would be good. Stabilise us and 6 places higher to promotion. Aiming for play offs is a stretch

PopIcon

I have a strange feeling we will be play off contenders. I'm making an early prediction that we will finish in fourth place.

Lazy_eye_metaphor

I'd be very happy with twelfth next season, although if Jose stays I think we might do slightly better.

ShootersHillGuru

Let's get some players in first. My guess is when we do we will still be none the wiser as to the real squad strength. I suppose we will just have to trust RD.

seriously_red

If we can retain most of the best players and Riga then we are good for 63-65 points or mid-table. Will Duchatelet invest in additional signings and loan players? Big, big question and we will have to wait and see.

The Red Robin

seriously_red said:

If we can retain most of the best players and Riga then we are good for 63-65 points or mid-table. Will Duchatelet invest in additional signings and loan players? Big, big question and we will have to wait and see.

It's not like RD has form in letting our best players go at crucial times. Should be fine.