Steve Cooper will not be the next Cardiff City manager

Say Wales Online, dismissing yesterday's rumour from Phil Blanche.

Steve Cooper will not be the next Cardiff City manager despite reports linking him with the vacant post over the weekend, WalesOnline understands.

Cooper was let go by Leicester City somewhat unexpectedly last week, leading many Bluebirds supporters to wonder whether he would be willing to drop down into the depths of the Championship and carry their club forward and out of trouble – just as he did with Nottingham Forest.

Yesterday a report was circulated on social media claiming Cooper would "relish the opportunity" to manage the Bluebirds, but that he held concerns over fan sentiment owing to his connection with Swansea.

We understand it's not the right opportunity for Cooper, whose last two jobs have been in the Premier League with Forest and Leicester City, and the former Foxes boss is likely setting his sights higher up the pyramid with regards to his next post. Sign up to our daily Cardiff City newsletter here.

One source pointed out that crossing the divide would likely not be an issue for Cooper — he moved from Leicester City's East Midlands rivals Nottingham Forest to the King Power Stadium, after all — and that he has a respect for Cardiff, of whom his father, former Premier League referee Keith, is thought to be a supporter.

But Pontypridd-born Cooper's stock has risen greatly since he was last in the Championship — when he steered Forest to promotion — and it would be no surprise to see his next destination nearer the top end of the second tier, if not another crack at the top flight.

It will likely be a blow for many Cardiff supporters, the vast majority of whom, despite recognising his links to Swansea, appreciate his record of two successive play-off campaigns with the Swans and a promotion out of the division while at the City Ground.

Next we will be hit with the news that Klopp, Xavi and Zidane have also decided against a spell at the CCS. Gutted!

Fear not. Pardew hasn’t ruled himself out yet.

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But it's still a marvellous opportunity for Alan Tate?

I don't really see how his stock has risen. At least in terms of the PL. He got Forest promoted and ten what? And I can't think of one club in the PL that would take a chance on him. What's he going to do for Palace, Wolves, Ipswich or Southampton? Everton? West Ham? No chance. He's a good Championship manager. Even then he's not exactly head and shoulders above the best at that level.

I would also like to officially rule myself out!

I can't see him getting a Premier League job

Ah well .

A legend in his own mind.

Onwards and upward.

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Originally Posted by NYCBlue

I don't really see how his stock has risen. At least in terms of the PL. He got Forest promoted and ten what? And I can't think of one club in the PL that would take a chance on him. What's he going to do for Palace, Wolves, Ipswich or Southampton? Everton? West Ham? No chance. He's a good Championship manager. Even then he's not exactly head and shoulders above the best at that level.

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One things for sure - He's too good for the shower of shite that is Vincent Tan's Cardiff City.

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Originally Posted by Michael Morris

Say Wales Online, dismissing yesterday's rumour from Phil Blanche.

Steve Cooper will not be the next Cardiff City manager despite reports linking him with the vacant post over the weekend, WalesOnline understands.

Cooper was let go by Leicester City somewhat unexpectedly last week, leading many Bluebirds supporters to wonder whether he would be willing to drop down into the depths of the Championship and carry their club forward and out of trouble – just as he did with Nottingham Forest.

Yesterday a report was circulated on social media claiming Cooper would "relish the opportunity" to manage the Bluebirds, but that he held concerns over fan sentiment owing to his connection with Swansea.

We understand it's not the right opportunity for Cooper, whose last two jobs have been in the Premier League with Forest and Leicester City, and the former Foxes boss is likely setting his sights higher up the pyramid with regards to his next post. Sign up to our daily Cardiff City newsletter here.

One source pointed out that crossing the divide would likely not be an issue for Cooper — he moved from Leicester City's East Midlands rivals Nottingham Forest to the King Power Stadium, after all — and that he has a respect for Cardiff, of whom his father, former Premier League referee Keith, is thought to be a supporter.

But Pontypridd-born Cooper's stock has risen greatly since he was last in the Championship — when he steered Forest to promotion — and it would be no surprise to see his next destination nearer the top end of the second tier, if not another crack at the top flight.

It will likely be a blow for many Cardiff supporters, the vast majority of whom, despite recognising his links to Swansea, appreciate his record of two successive play-off campaigns with the Swans and a promotion out of the division while at the City Ground.

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What a bizarre story… no sources, no real information… sounds like the journalist heard something randomly and made an article out of it.

Suspect the person who wrote it reads this board - a poor effort

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Originally Posted by StraightOuttaCanton

What a bizarre story… no sources, no real information… sounds like the journalist heard something randomly and made an article out of it.

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I agree. It’s pretty much like the initial story which claimed Cooper was interested. Both non-stories in reality.

It would never happen, it shows way too much ambition for Tan, plus cooper strikes me as someone who has an opinion which woukd go down well.

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Originally Posted by The Lone Gunman

I agree. It’s pretty much like the initial story which claimed Cooper was interested. Both non-stories in reality.

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I think the original came from someone chatting to his Dad, but I agree that there are no real quotes or evidence from either story.

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Originally Posted by StraightOuttaCanton

What a bizarre story… no sources, no real information… sounds like the journalist heard something randomly and made an article out of it.

Suspect the person who wrote it reads this board - a poor effort

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Absolutely ... wonder how much talented journalism gets paid these days.

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Originally Posted by City123

I can't see him getting a Premier League job

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yes but there's a big gap between a premier League job and where we currently are.

he'll probably go to a parachute payment kinda championship club

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Originally Posted by Rjk

yes but there's a big gap between a premier League job and where we currently are.

he'll probably go to a parachute payment kinda championship club

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Ignoring the 'noise' made-up by WOL, I don't doubt that Steve Cooper is assessing his options.

I do not know whether the severance payment made by Leicester will be a one-off 'paid up contract' or fully paid gardening leave until he finds another job.

If it is the former then the potential to come to Cardiff will be greater, especially taking on a 'sleeping giant' and being closer to home with all that entails. Also depends on whether he is willing to go ahead without the help of Alan Tate.

If it is the latter, then he might wait until a job reflecting his recent earnings comes along. Any Premier League clubs in or close to the relegation zone come January might consider him if his recent stint at Leicester does not put them off.

Someone else mentioned that a 'big' team aiming for promotion from the Championship may be another option fpr SC. Apart from teams at real risk of relegation, I cannot see many of the teams in the top half of the championship wanting to make a change.

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Originally Posted by Divine Wright

One things for sure - He's too good for the shower of shite that is Vincent Tan's Cardiff City.

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I sense someone is not enjoying the ride?

Looks like Wayne Rooney will be available shortly, he could do a job.

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Originally Posted by Heathblue

Looks like Wayne Rooney will be available shortly, he could do a job.

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I'd prefer Coleen.

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Originally Posted by Forest Green Bluebird

I'd prefer Coleen.

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F*cking Mickey!