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February 16, 2026
Are we all Evangelos Marinakis? Why there has never been less patience with managers
In an age in which every gripe is highlighted and performative fury is good business, there is an argument that long-termism has become impossible
TL;DR
- Premier League managers are being sacked at an increasing rate, with the average tenure significantly reduced compared to the league's early years.
- The trend of frequent managerial changes in football is mirrored in politics and corporate leadership, indicating a broader societal impatience.
- Factors contributing to this impatience include global instability, activist shareholders, and the amplifying effect of social media.
- The role of the manager has evolved from administrator to scapegoat, and now, despite managers' importance, they are often expendable.
- The article posits that the modern age, particularly with social media, makes long-termism difficult, fostering a culture of immediate dissatisfaction.
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