Tranmere was a disaster waiting to happen. Ok, they nearly got to the playoffs last season, but what should be mentioned is that they let lots of talent go in the summer. Barnes had to rebuild.

I believe he is one of those coaches who would work better with talented players. Like Ruud Gullit.

Yes he had a couple of titles in his Liverpool career, but frankly that petered out, when he should’ve quit. When his pace was gone, there wasn’t a lot else to talk about – certainly wasn’t good enough in a midfield walking capacity with the likes of Roy Keane in his pomp snapping at his heels.

He was promptly dismissed at Celtic along with Dalglish and I would hazzard a guess that like his mentor, without endless money to spend he’s no managerial guru either.

You’re right – time to give it up.