Quote Originally Posted by Pedro de la Rosa View Post
They've probably had lots of applications but I think the speed of this shows they've had MM lined up. I don't think they've got any idea what to do going forwards and want time to decide. With no parachute payments from next season the club is at a real crossroads.

Wisest observation you've ever made.
I'm sure they've been planning this since NH earned his temporary reprieve with a few wins amid the chaos , and MM may well have been consulted about the players to bring in.