'Bold ideas & bright vision as Askou era begins'
As Jens Berthel Askou approached the top table in the Fir Park press room, where he would face the media for the first time as new Motherwell manager, we were all greeted with a handshake, a big smile and a friendly "hello".It was a nice touch from the Danish coach, who left his post as Copenhagen assistant to become the Lanarkshire side's third boss in five months.Askou was quick to mention the club's history and community feel, even though he had only been in the country for 24 hours. During that short time he mentioned he fell victim to the school-run traffic a stone's throw from Fir Park. That only added to the community vibe.He was big on the club board, their ambitions, and was also enthusiastic and clear when speaking about his own hopes, especially on how he wants his team to play. "Some dynamic football, with big intensity," he said. Music to the ears of Well fans, you would think.He came across well and was confident when delivering his ideas and aspirations for the immediate and long-term future. From our early interactions, he seems to have real belief in his own ability as a manager and coach and is determined to "break barriers" in Scottish football.
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