" MONDAY OCTOBER 03rd 2011 UPDATE "

First I start with the news that Gethin Jenkins is leaving his role as chief executive on October 22nd 2011, it may have come as a surprise to many City fans but for myself it has not come as that much of a shock, the reason I say this is because a little under one year ago I wrote an update on October 20th 2010 and stated that I was told back then that the Malaysians were planning on Vincent Tan's son U-Jiun becoming more and more involved on the everyday running of the club, I also stated on October 20th 2011, that it was my belief that Gethin Jenkins was on a year contract also. It will be pretty much a year to the day when I wrote that update that Gethin will be departing Cardiff City.

http://cardiffcityforum.co.uk/viewtopic.php?f=2&t=24558 - here is the link to the update on October 20th 2010 and a passage of what I wrote then reads :

I have learned this week that Vincent Tan's son U-Jiun is being lined up to be the future Chief Executive and will become more and more involved with the running of the club on a day to day basis. Where will this leave Gethin Jenkins ?

I believe that Gethin could still have a role at the club and I understand that he has become heavily involved with the commercial deptartment since the redundancies of Suzanne Twamely and Kate Schmidt. At present it is my belief that Gethin has a 1 year contract.

Will U-Jiun Tan become chief executive? who knows is the honest answer but at the time of writing that update those were the plans at the time and true to the word part of it has been bang on the money.

Last week I learned that Gethin Jenkins had been relieved of any transfer dealings with immediate effect.

I am told that it will be an outsider that takes over as chief executive and if that is true today then it would suggest that the plans to promote U-Jiun have been shelved. A name that may crop is that of Christian Purslow, he was managing director of Liverpool FC but stepped down on October 20th 2010. Purslow was interested in speaking with City officials over the chief executive job before Gethin was employed, I don't know if he is interested or even know what he is doing a year on, we will have to wait and see what Vincent Tan and TG decide.

Julian Jenkins, who had handed his notice in at Cardiff City to take on a similar role at London Saracens made a U-turn last week and decided to remain at the club and take up the role of Director of marketing. Julian has been instrumental in the new image Cardiff City have got amongst other football clubs and his hard work was pivotal in the club receiving 'Family club of the year' award last season. After 15 years of good service to the club keeping a person of this quality at the club is a good move by TG.

Dave Jones has registered his interest at taking the job at Bristol City, as I said last week he had told his agent to put his name out there as seeking work and wishes to get back in the game, a move to Bristol may suit him as the distance to travel could still allow him to live in the area of Cardiff (his house has not been sold yet).

I have been asked to pass on this message from the owners and manager of Ninian Park pub - Gareth and John would like to say a massive thank you to all City fans for the great support since the beginning of the season, they understand there have been a few comments about service and beer and they apologise if they haven't given some City fans 100%. They strive to giving their best and are addressing all issues mentioned.

The Mikey Dye memorial match takes place " this Sunday October 9th 2pm kick off at Bryntirion FC " We have the teams ready and everyone is geared up for the match.

There is a supporters bus that will run from CCS to Bryntirion FC leaving the stadium at 12.15pm, due to restrictions on parking I would advise at using the transport provided.

Jason Perry will be coaching from the sidelines on Sunday and going through formation and tactics with our players before kick off.

The Barry horns welsh supporters band will play before kick off and this is going to be a fantastic family day out, bring your family, children and friends to support the cause, let's do everyone proud in front of the television cameras from Sky, ITV and BBC. We have got the backing and support of Cardiff City Supporters Club with Vince Alm and other members will be attending and thanks to Vince our team will be wearing Cardiff City's official kit. I am hopeful that supporters trust come along and give their support too.

Bryntirion FC bars will be open from 12pm from their clubhouse on the day, food is available to buy also. The club even moved and rearranged one of their fixtures to accommodate our game.

There will be stewards supplied by Bryntirion and volunteers from both sets of fans on the day to make sure that everyone has a pleasant day and enjoys themselves.

The match balls have been bought and sponsored by Reeco's daughter from Swansea, thank you very much.

All 24 of the Swansea City supporters who are playing on the day have paid their £10 entrance fee to play.

There is an entrance fee of £3 and all proceeds will go the Mikey Dye fund.

The Mikey Dye Memorial Cup has been kindly donated by Cardiff City development coach and owner of S+R Trophies in Port Talbot, Steve Green, many thanks Steve.

Mikey Dye Memorial Cup.jpg

Mikey Dye's wife Natalie and his children will be at the game and Chrissy his son will play also. If you have no plans for this Sunday then please come and support Mikey's family and join us at the game.

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Thanks Carl. Id love the 'Mikey Dye Memorial Cup' match to become an annual thing. I can see it happening, with all proceeds going to a worthwhile cause.

Thanks Carl
I will be there and many of Mikey Dyes family and friends will be as well

I am glad the Supporters Club are Supporting the day, Would love to hear the Trust were as well.

Fantastic Trophy, now we have to win it

A Big thank you to the Jacks for helping put this great occasion together, especially Reeco and Gary

This will be an emotional day for the Dye family and Chrissy will lead Cardiff City out as Captain, Mikey his Father will be watching over and be very proud of him

Cheers Carl

good update as always

Full credit to the swansea fans

As to the news on Gethin Jenkins being sacked, all I will say is most people back the Malaysians and if Jenkins was doing a good job they would of renewed his contract.

Congratulations to Julian Jenkins, not going to the Saracens and the Malaysians promoting him to Director of Marketing and keeping the back bone of Cardiff City

fantastic work carl and all involved and good luck with the game hope you can win it for mickey

If Dave Jones does take the Wurzel job then will he finally be off the pay roll?

Cheers Carl

Cheers carl

Well done to all the cardiff fans and jacks involved

Good lucky guys gutted I'm out of the country so can't watch you beat those Jacks. Brilliant work by all involved and the supporters of both teams. Done us all very proud

So if only last week GJ was relieved of player recruitment duties then what role has Iain Moody been playing since he came in July ??

Just glad he didn't have a rolling contract

Just glad he didn't have a rolling contract

Your right there Gary.

The Mikey Dye memorial match takes place " this Sunday October 9th 2pm kick off at Bryntirion FC(Pencoed) "


Bryntirion isn't in Pencoed! Unless they play there now?!

http://www.clubwebsite.co.uk/bryntirionajfc/FindUs

Nice "small" update Carl!

Six hours later and I've finally finished reading it!

Gutted I can't attend the Memorial Cup game because it sounds like a quality day. I hope you CCFC lads do us proud and no dickheads ruin it for the majority. So glad that Julian is staying and I am indifferent about Gethin Jenkins leaving. I felt he was improving but also felt he wasn't really a people person. He came across as a bit stern and wooden. I'm sure he'd be perfect for a business role but for football? No. It will be intriguing to see who we bring in to replace him.

Well done to everybody involved...........I cant make the day due to shiftwork,and I would like to commend Steve Green for donating the Cup,a great lad is Steve,well done mate!!

Well done to everybody involved...........I cant make the day due to shiftwork,and I would like to commend Steve Green for donating the Cup,a great lad is Steve,well done mate!!

Yes a fantastic jesture by Steve

Proud of what you boys have achieved well done to all involved

The Mikey Dye memorial match takes place " this Sunday October 9th 2pm kick off at Bryntirion FC(Pencoed) "


Bryntirion isn't in Pencoed! Unless they play there now?!

http://www.clubwebsite.co.uk/bryntirionajfc/FindUs

Your right it is not in Pencoed.

The Mikey Dye memorial match takes place " this Sunday October 9th 2pm kick off at Bryntirion FC(Pencoed) "


Bryntirion isn't in Pencoed! Unless they play there now?!

http://www.clubwebsite.co.uk/bryntirionajfc/FindUs

Your right it is not in Pencoed.

Near Pencoed

The Mikey Dye memorial match takes place " this Sunday October 9th 2pm kick off at Bryntirion FC(Pencoed) "


Bryntirion isn't in Pencoed! Unless they play there now?!

http://www.clubwebsite.co.uk/bryntirionajfc/FindUs

Your right it is not in Pencoed.

Near Pencoed

Quite near 6 miles