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08th Apr 2015

15 reasons why Tim Sherwood (thinks he) is the greatest Premier League manager

JOE

1. He’s just trying to win football matches, mate

2. He gave birth to Harry Kane

Don’t ask to see a picture…

3. He gets the players’ banter

4. He doesn’t need much to work miracles…

…only the most expensive footballer in history.

Real Madrid CF v Granada CF - La Liga

5. He’s a proper coach

Guts. Balls. Bollocks. Sherwood wants to see them all.

Tottenham Hotspur v Swansea City - Premier League

6. He’s a no-nonsense straight-talker

A chip off the old ‘Arry block: “I’m never going to take a step back. I’m just going to shoot from the hip. That’s what I’m like. I’m a manager, not a babysitter.”

Imagine asking him to babysit your child.

7. He’s resourceful

The key to any good leader is delegating (is it!? – Ed). Tim Sherwood isn’t afraid to outsource to improve his coaching staff. After all, it’s just ‘good banter’.

8. He’s got a pulse

Always a bonus.

Aston Villa v West Bromwich Albion - Premier League

9. He has his own kids’ TV programme

Educational and fun.

10. He does a brilliant Liam Gallagher impression

Aston Villa v West Bromwich Albion - Premier League

11. If you want some, he’ll give it ye

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12. He knows all about pashun

There’s nothing to this management malarkey – just passion on the touchline. That’s what the fans want to see, innit?

Aston Villa v West Bromwich Albion - Premier League

13. He doesn’t like Tom Cleverley either

Aston Villa v West Bromwich Albion - Premier League

14. That win percentage

15. He isn’t afraid to ditch the gilet when it’s necessary