Luton Outlaws - Independent Message Board for Luton Town FC

I know that unfathomable back-to-back relegations and the building of an incredible new stadium come at a cost, but our attempt at immediate bounce back is questionable so far.

We were told lessons had been learned, but we’ve put together, in the main, a bunch of free transfers with very little spent on transfer fees. Particularly in comparison to the huge income from parachute payments and transfer fees. Furthermore, the team is imbalanced to the point that MB is having to stick to a 3 at the back system of a poor RE era. Seemingly because we have too many CBs of great quality! Just seems a bit disjointed and we should be further on.

The gap between income and expenditure is vast. I know the accounts will eventually catch up and tell the picture, but a bit more information now would help. Wages still an issue with the likes of Chong and Marvelous, etc.

I think a CEO or board update that goes beyond programme notes, would be really valuable. If there are financial and logistical challenges, then share a bit more and help build trust.

Wishing MB the best of luck tomorrow and for the season - he’s got a job on his hands evolving this squad into something that can challenge. I like him and think he’s got potential - he may have to adapt quickly to his preferred 4 at the back if the 3 isn’t working. He needs to be strong and if it upsets a few players, then so be it.