Story of boss’ departure Swans will be remembered
ing with some defeats told its own story.
He had looked a beaten man following the loss at Stoke earlier this month and did not hold back in his criticism of himself and his players.
A few days later he denied being a man at the end of his tether, but it was difficult not to be left with that impression on first viewing of that press conference.
The desire remained to stick with him if possible, with club bosses mindful of that job he had done last season.
But as more and more defeats racked up, and the likes of Everton, Crystal Palace and West Ham, all with new managers, began to make upward progress, it had started to feel like a case of when, rather than if, the denouement would come.
Some fans will rejoice, but this is another sad chapter for Swansea City.
Clement had appeared an appointment harking back to how the club used to do things.
A young, hungry coach, with excellent credentials and a desire to prove himself on his own terms. He had looked to be such a good fit. Instead he joins a lengthening roll call of the men who have passed through. Garry Monk, Francesco Guidolin, Bob Bradley and now Clement.
Swansea’s failings were not solely down to him.
The responsibility has to be shared around among the club hierarchy and a group of players whose actions have not backed up their words. But managers know the score. However, when they keep coming and going with the regularity with which they have at Swansea City in recent years then questions have to be asked of the club itself, particularly one for so long renowned for its impeccable appointments.