it was probably a decision by both to move certain players on.

i never understood why kevin nolan was obsessed with bringing in liam noble, this seemed to be more alan hardy for me. kn would not have any encounters with him and even then we was saying about how we needed a striker and defender bringing in but some reason it was the midfield that got jammed packed.

there must have been a reason kn succeeded at first and then started to have issues, it would not surprise me if people was sticking in their noses.

"we need exciting players", "lets pack meadow lane". blah blah blah.

Even if Alan Hardy has been interfering or making 'strong suggestions', it's for Kevin Nolan to handle these and ensure the budget is spent wisely.

I feel Nolan might be using it as an excuse myself.

They probably agreed before the start of the pre-season how best to move forward, after all I witnessed KN telling Ross Fitzsimons that he would be the number one next season - straight after the home playoff game against Coventry. That would suggest to me that the budget had been planned and I think there's always a gamble with adding quality to a side which it was previously lacking.

All this said, I still would have given Nolan longer because I do think it could have been turned around. I don't think the meltdown helped matters, this adds pressure for everybody and whoever comes in will have a big task on their hands.

@samwatto2008 I totally agree .. I think Kevin has been well and truly shafted .. I couldn’t agree more with you said mate .. Hardy right now needs to do a lot to earn my trust again.

I can understand the how people feel but the club has to have the right balance, hopefully AH has made the right decision and fingers crossed KN can get a new job elsewhere. It's important that the club moves forward now in the right way.