mindless ramblings

This is a pretty cool story. Basically a friend of this guy suggested that he should apply for the then-vacant managerial position at Middlesbrough. He thought about it and decided to do it! So he actually wrote a cover letter and CV detailing all his success in FM2005 and sent it off. Amazingly, he got a reply! Not just any regular rejection letter too, but a funny one too. You can read it all on his website.

You were of course the outstanding candidate but after careful consideration we decided against your appointment. Quite frankly we were of the opinion that your tenure with us would have been short lived, as your undoubted talent would result in one of the big European clubs seeking your services.

We consider it a sign of our progress that someone of your status would consider us.

It was even signed by Steve Gibson the Chairman! After making a minor appearance on the usual gaming websites, it has even made its way to the BBC!