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Is this not the best new manager, i figured that it was for managers employed at their clubs from this season onwards, its not really relevant anyway to be honest just thought i'd try be the smart ass.

Might have been an idea to read the very first post in the thread then....always a good place to start!

I voted for M. Laudrup. I say that based purely on his signings and how quickly they helped the team to improve, and his ability to win a cup in his debut season. Not sure many clubs have managed to do that before. In terms of who has provided the best foundation for next season, I think it is a level playing field amongst Laudrup, Rodgers and Villas Boas. With a couple of astute buys next seasons, each could make real progress at their clubs...

Regarding best foundation, we will see in the next seasons, to know who is the best in his first season, we have the facts.

Completely agree. Shouldn't stop any reasoned speculation mind you. You could equally argue about West Brom's improvement this year under Clarke. But in terms of the long-term... Lukaku will be gone, and likely will Odemwingie and similar quality players of their ilk. Without Europe, Liverpool should do well in the league next year. With Champions League money, Bale potentially leaving will mean he isn't irreplaceable. Laudrup in Europe, will give him a transfer kitty boost that might allow him to sign a couple of players without losing anybody. Exciting times for all three clubs.