The timing seems a little strange but the decision was probably already made and we have to get the new man in before someone else comes in for them and in good time to buy a couple of new players.
I was expecting a decision after Watford but even if we won the game 10-0 it would still be a big risk to keep him on.

Maybe Parish made the call after Swansea but wanted the Chelsea and Man U games out of the way first before getting someone in, expect a quick announcement this time.

Maybe Parish made the call after Swansea but wanted the Chelsea and Man U games out of the way first before getting someone in, expect a quick announcement this time.

I'm rather sad that it has come to this. Fat Sam is obviously a short term option just to keep us up (assuming he's offered the job). I thought Pardew would go a couple of weeks ago, which would at least given the new boss time to settle in before the January transfer window opened. But then, after the crap season we've had so far, who'd want to come to us?
I'd rather we forked out for a real top class manager (don't ask me who as I haven't a clue} and gave him lots of dosh to bring in some real top notch players in January. Left back (obviously), Playmaker/midfield general, Proven club captain, and top quality striker to pair up with Banoffee. And for f***s sake don't let Wilf leave or I might slit my throat.

In no way is Sam Allerdyce going to be a short term option - He'll want at least 2-3 years on contract. No ones going to take the Palace job on a short deal unless it comes with a massive bonus or pay out.

Plus, the football at West Ham under Sam, wasn't actually all that bad. We need to be realistic no ones going to come in for 'a few months' who is established and has a reputation at this level.

If we go Sam, I suspect he'll be here next season.

...and yet on the Mind made Up thread not more than 3 days ago @ 12:43am you wrote "Pardew will be in charge for the foreseeable future"