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MANCHESTER UNITED legend Bryan Robson was present to watch Middlesbrough today alongside club owner Steve Gibson.
The duo was seen together at Riverside Stadium just hours after the club announced that the Boro boss had been granted permission to discuss filling their vacant managerial position and would not be managing that day’s match.
Bryan Robson was seen alongside club owner Steve Gibson at Riverside StadiumCredit: PA
Gibson is facing a managerial crisis after manager Rob Edwards initiated talks with WolvesCredit: Shutterstock Editorial
The match could not have been more intense, as the managerial role had to be temporarily assumed by first-team coaches Adi Viveash and Harry Watling, along with academy manager Craig Liddle.
The team had made a century of appearances for Wolves as a player.
However, on Saturday, the club relented and announced that discussions between the parties had commenced.
Wolves identified their top target Edwards, who also has experience coaching the club’s youth teams, after their first-choice candidate Gary O’Neil withdrew from consideration on Thursday.
These developments were not well received by Boro supporters, who were heard chanting during the match: “Rob Edwards is a w***er.”
One individual familiar with the pressure from the Riverside crowd is Robson, 68, whose presence has sparked fan speculation about a potential return to his former club.
The ex- international is renowned for his 13-year tenure with United, where he made nearly 450 appearances and became the longest-serving captain in the club’s history.
After concluding his playing career, Robson chose to transition into management.
Robson’s presence has ignited fan speculation about a return to management for the retired bossCredit: Alamy
He joined in 1994, initially serving as a player-manager, but transitioned to a full-time manager in 1997.
He spent seven years at the helm of the Yorkshire club, leading them to multiple promotions to the Premier League, as well as consecutive finals.
Most recently, he managed the Thailand national team in 2011, following stints with other clubs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was Bryan Robson doing at the Middlesbrough match?
Bryan Robson attended the match to support Middlesbrough alongside club owner Steve Gibson during a time of managerial uncertainty.
Why is there a managerial crisis at Middlesbrough?
The crisis arose when manager Rob Edwards began discussions with Wolves, leaving Middlesbrough in need of interim management.
What is Bryan Robson known for in his football career?
Bryan Robson is best known for his long and successful career with Manchester United, where he served as captain and made nearly 450 appearances.
