I can't say I understand what Hughes is thinking with this move. He was the favorite to take over ManU after Ferguson's retirement, which this move will effectively blunt.
Really? I would think Keano would have a say about that. This gets Hughes to a club with resources - at Blackburn, he would've just continued to be the Sam Allardyce of the Rovers. I think it's a stepping stone. Hughes has already run a national team, to good effect, so what he wants now (not waiting until Sir Alex keels over) is the money and big vision and skillful players at his command. It's about a new challenge -- and actually winning some silverware.
Taking over from SAF and doing really well will not get near the personal acclaim as taking over Man City right now, even if the odds of claiming any where near the same silverware are far lower. And I still think Roy Keane is the next manager, or next after Quieroz.
You'd also have to wonder about what Thaksin and City were thinking - I was under the impression that Sven was sacked so they could get someone like Scolari. is Hughesy a better manager than Sven? I doubt it, but am prepared to wait and see.
Thaksin was NOT thinking. He's not a football guy and, more than likely, looks at City as a really expensive toy he can show off. Hughes is a step down in terms of managerial pedigree, but maybe he can surprise.
If Erickson is such a great manager why did he take the Mexico job?
