Town boss Paul Jewell has confirmed that owner Marcus Evans has reiterated that he is still fully behind him, as reported by TWTD yesterday. The pair spoke on Sunday afternoon, Jewell having said he was to consider his future in the wake of Saturday’s 2-1 defeat at Hull City.
Jewell told the club site: "I had another restless night on Saturday and then spoke to Marcus Evans on Sunday afternoon about the situation.
"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.”
The Town boss says he has also had received support from players, ex-players and managers elsewhere: "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.”
He admits that form has to pick up very soon, with speculation growing that Alan Curbishley is being lined-up as his potential successor: "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.”