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Paul Jewell: ‘I’ve still got 100 per cent backing from Marcus Evans’

By Stuart Watson Monday, October 22, 2012
12:15 PM

IPSWICH Town manager Paul Jewell says he retains ‘100 per cent’ backing from owner Marcus Evans ahead of tomorrow night’s visit of his former club Derby County to Portman Road.

Following Saturday’s limp 2-1 defeat at Hull City – a result which means Town have gone 10 games without victory – the Blues boss said he would go away and consider whether he was ‘the right man to take the club forward’.

However, following a night with his family in Leeds and a long chat with Evans yesterday, Jewell has decided to battle on.

“I had another restless night on Saturday and then spoke to Marcus Evans on Sunday afternoon about the situation,” Jewell told the club website.

“We had a good chat and, yet again, he gave me his 100 per cent backing. I couldn’t really ask for more support from the owner to be honest.

“I’ve had text messages of support from the players as well, from other managers and from players that have played for this club – even some I have let go!

“That has meant a lot to me. I’ve spoken to the coaching staff and we’re now preparing for what is obviously a very important game on Tuesday against Derby.

“I said a few things after Saturday’s game, perhaps in the heat of the moment, but it’s clear that results on the pitch have not been good enough. I can only continue to do my best for this football club to turn things around. That has to happen very quickly though.”

– Jewell is set to speak to the media at a press conference this lunchtime. For all the latest, keep an eye on this website.

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31 comments

Why did ME wait so long?

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Blue and true since 1962

Tuesday, October 23, 2012
10.16 pm, listening to Radio Suffolk after this appalling match - he has to have gone now, surely?

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Blue and true since 1962

Tuesday, October 23, 2012
The result against Derby? We all could see this happening, all that is except, PJ, SC, and ME!

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Blue and true since 1962

Tuesday, October 23, 2012
To answer your question Kevin. It was Marcus Evans that put money into ITFC, when as a club we were struggling financially. I didn't see many other solutions to assist ITFC. If you have a dog looking after your off-shore money Kevin or maybe know a rich relative that would like to take the job on (a lifetime ITFC fan would be a blessing) i'm sure that ME would be more than interested to meet them. I don't need to remind you that we are in finacially tough times and ME has given a lot of money towards ITFC & for that we have to be grateful, like it or not. It's just a shame that the money he has put into ITFC hasn't gone in the right directions, in my opinion. Do you think that if ME gave up this club that it would go to anyone else who is able to offer the same kind of investment? I very much doubt it. In today's world it would go to someone else who would look for more cuts for more profit.. But i ask you Kevin, who would want to put money into a club that is currently in the doldrums? Not me for sure.

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IAN ROBERTS

Tuesday, October 23, 2012
Ian Roberts, stirring words but we have got a club now. It has been stolen from us by the inadequacies of the previous directors who were kidded into selling out to ME who was portrayed as a saviour knight in silver armour wearing a blue and white scarf ( remember the Evening Star plaudits?) For reasons known only to himself ME remains out of sight and mute with even the EADT unable OR unwilling to secure a statement from him on where he sees the club going although that is clearly evident to most unbiased supporters. I have asked before and have been moderated, please REPRINT THE LAST SERIES OF QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS YOU HAD WITH THE OWNER LASt YEAR .

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Brian Betts

Tuesday, October 23, 2012
Tonight is key. If we lose, can he seriously stay? That said, he is just a lame duck manager... soon to depart, just 'when' is the question. Even if he won the next 2 games, would that save his job? Nope. Even if Jewell kept us up this season, does anyone seriously think his contract would be extended? Seriously? With that in mind, I am not sure why Marcus Evans is waiting (unless he is soucing the next manager).

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I am Spartacus

Tuesday, October 23, 2012
We need visible leadership, on the pitch, on the touch line, from the board, and from the owner. Face up to the challenge publicly with the paying supporters please. Let us see your passion, we lack this since the Sheepshanks and Cobbold days. Look at Delia and the open passion she displays for the budgies - " let's be having you " to quote Suffolk's notable export to Norfolk!

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Blue and true since 1962

Tuesday, October 23, 2012
Ian Roberts writes..Let's get things straight here .. without ME we wouldn't have a club......Ok Ian, please can you explain why that is the case?

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Kevin Bailey

Monday, October 22, 2012
Hall....I agree, we most certainly do look like joining you next season. You won't find me arguing the odds on that

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Kevin Bailey

Monday, October 22, 2012
It was also interesting to hear Jewell say on Saturday that he would be unable to attend this coming Wednesday's meeting due to prior arrangements. If I remember correctly he offered the same excuse last year. This leaves 'poor old CEO Clegg to face the music all on his own !!!!!!!

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Brian Betts

Monday, October 22, 2012
I'm being spoilt this week... I usually get only a few posts to smile at concerning the demise of ITFC but with this "will he--won't he go" saga continuing I'm over the moon... and, Mr Bailey, as regards me being twisted and having downsized to supporting Colchester a mere Div one outfit... I wouldn't shout too loud because your beloved Ipswich look like joining us next season

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Al K Hall

Monday, October 22, 2012
Let's get things straight here .. without ME we wouldn't have a club. Everyone (including ITFC) have there ups and downs. We can't keep living on what has gone before, so we have to take what we have here and now. It appears that we are facing a low point at this moment in time and it seems that there is no confidence in the team and the manager. But to be honest the only way to bring back that confidence is to get behind the team and the manager and bring back positivity to a club that is loved by many. You are all great supporters and been around a lot longer than me i'm sure, but let's not give up - lets show the rest of the divisions that we have fantastic supporters who helped turn this from a bad moment to a good one. Without your support ITFC cannot attract better players or maybe better managers. Worth thinking about hey? Keep the faith - the good times will come.

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IAN ROBERTS

Monday, October 22, 2012
Kevin, why continue to flog a dead horse, you are not going to get rid of PJ it is obvious that whenthe owner will not spend of players he is not going to pay off PJ and all his backroom staff. Ethically having encouraged PJ to stay there is not way he can now turn round and sack him. Nearer the transfer window maybe not that will make a difference as he certainly will not pay PJ off and invest in new players.

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Cyril Baker

Monday, October 22, 2012
Just waiting for Clegg to appear, paintbrush in hand, to declare that he is joined at the hip to Jewell. Maybe he is saving it for the AGM on Wednesday...... Unfortunately this will only encourage the thought in Jewell's head, that we are just unlucky, and really ought to be top of the league. I did say that it would only get worse, and that is still the case....sadly.... Derby will be aching to get one over on Jewell, as will Wednesday...... Then 3 away games out of 4. So, after 17 games, we may have 101112 points, and we could well be bottom. Still, as long as Clegg and Evans think Jewell is doing a good job, that is all that matters. I would be planning on a huge fall in season ticket renewals, as enough is enough.

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Kevin Bailey

Monday, October 22, 2012
All: It is possible to simply write to the club and cancel your season ticket - if you pay by Direct Debit. I understand the importance of 'supporting the players' - but let's be frank; we have fewer of 'our players' at the club these days; thanks to PJ's failed recruitment strategy. Now we have to put up with this. After reading PJ's pre-match press conference, I for one have now found my 'tipping point' and can no longer support this shambles. I urge others to do the same - it's sadly the only way ME will listen - sadly the EADT are unlikely to fight the club - afraid that ME will say even less to them. It's time for all ITFC fans to drive Jewell out.

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Jason

Monday, October 22, 2012
Why? 100% in support of what?? Just look at PJ's record...it is appalling. I've had it with ITFC I just don't care any more. No more shirts, no more tickets, not a penny more. Farewell and goodbye.

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redredrobin

Monday, October 22, 2012
Jewell's had messages of support from other managers, players and ex players some of whom he let go. Thats because most of them dont give a damn about Ipswich Town. The ones who do give a damn are the supporters of the club who almost to a man want shot of him. Just go Jewell, you know in your heart that you have been a disaster as our manager !!

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gaz man gaz

Monday, October 22, 2012
IT'S ( M.E ) WHO IS THE BIG PROBLEM ???

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MIGUEL100

Monday, October 22, 2012
ME was never going to sack PJ one game after allowing him to bring in so many players on short term loan. The clue is in the length of those loans. Saturdays game was never going to be the decider. The next 'stake in the ground' comes after the Sheff wednesday game

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Jonas

Monday, October 22, 2012
Why? 100% in support of what?? Just look at PJ's record...it is appalling. I've had it with ITFC I just don't care any more. No more shirts, no more tickets, not a penny more. Farewell and goodbye.

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redredrobin

Monday, October 22, 2012
Why does PJ continue to take the supporters as fools, once again he claim he has 100% backing of the owner, and this may be what he is told but we all know includeing him he does not have backing when it comes to spending money for decent players and he ends up having to put up with second best. He would gain far more respect if he told it how it was as RK ended up doing.

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Cyril Baker

Monday, October 22, 2012
But what sort of guarantee is an invisible 100%?

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Rob Steroo

Monday, October 22, 2012
Ask the fans............. we don't want you here. Pack your bags & go.

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russell mariner

Monday, October 22, 2012
But not, as is plainly clear, the fans- an important element of the club that 'hospitality genius' Marcus Evans has ironically marginalised over the last 5 years. That said, ME gave Keane his support around 10 days before he was sacked so I still hold out hope. A loss to, or even failure to win against, both Derby and Sheff Weds will do it- the painful outcome will be that Jewell will leave us needing at least 3 wins to reach safety. Dismal.

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I am Spartacus

Monday, October 22, 2012
Has Evans got financial difficulties? Could that be the reason for his pragmatic approach to the goings on at ITFC? Surely he realises that if we slide down the slippery slope into a lower division, that will be it for many supporters.

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JOHN BURLS

Monday, October 22, 2012
As a fan of this club for many years, I challenge Marcus Evans to justify this decision. EADT, please ask him to justify why he supports Jewell? I personally don't think that anyone could justify keeping him on, you only have to look at the facts, they make very disturbing reading, they add up to one word - FAILURE.

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NB

Monday, October 22, 2012
He’s like a scouse limpet, isn’t he. He’ll still be here in five years time. We’ll be in the conference, looking forward to another defeat by local rivals Cambridge, having not won a game for 50 months. “I have faith in my ability – I’m not a quitter” PJ will be telling us. “We are confident he’s about to turn it around” ME and Cleggy will be dribbling as ever. “We are fully behind the manager”. I wonder what Cleggy’s “tipping point” is? Conference South? Isthmian league? What?

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Pete James

Monday, October 22, 2012
With Jewell in charge I can only see Ipswich being relegated. I think Evans was hoping he would walk away, but I think Jewell had second thoughts and will now wait to be sacked and receive a pay out. Jewell will not walk away like he did at Darby. If Evans does not sack him and also Clegg... I think I would like to see a new owner of ITFC.

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jimlovesitfc

Monday, October 22, 2012
It is painfully clear that Jewell is the least of ITFC's problems - the biggest problem of all is that we have Marcus Evans for an owner...Watching the demise of this once proud club has been like watching "Homes from Hell" - Evans (the architect), Clegg (the incompetent foreman) and Jewell (the cowboy builder)....Collectively they couldn't try harder to drive fans away from the club and the time has come for Evans to take his fair share of the blame...Lets face it he would have taken all the glory had things turned out differently.....I say this to Mr Evans - If you have a single shred of compassion for those that have ITFC in their hearts do all you can now to sell the club (even at a loss if you must) to somebody who can take the club forward with real investment and act now while you still have something to sell - chalk this failure up to experience and admit football is not for you....You've had your fingers well and truly burned - it's time for you to go.....please..

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bluearmy78

Monday, October 22, 2012
The more fooled ME. Time to sell up - ME is fast becoming a complete joke. PJ and Clegg out; and please Marcus, sell the club.

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Jason

Monday, October 22, 2012
League One...here we come

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Kevin Bailey

Monday, October 22, 2012