Micky Adams admitted today he fears for his future if Albion miss out on Wembley.
He has hinted even a place in the Johnstone’s Paint Trophy final may not save him unless the Seagulls’ League form improves.
Adams has left his players in no doubt about the significance of tonight’s result in the return leg of the JP Trophy area final at Luton after last month’s 0-0 draw at Withdean.
“They realise the importance of it,” he said. “We have talked about it, they have talked about it amongst themselves I am sure.
“The consequences of losing are dramatic for everybody I would imagine.
“I feel like I’m in a Wild West movie and the undertaker is measuring me up for a coffin. That’s how it feels.
“My focus at the moment is getting a group of players to Wembley and the supporters back to Wembley and then I am sure my future will be resolved.
“I have got great respect for the supporters. I know they are not happy with me at the moment, and I can understand that, but nothing will change my admiration for them.”
Adams signed a three-year contract when he was re-appointed manager in the summer.
He has vowed not to quit but is under mounting pressure from some fans following Saturday’s home defeat by Carlisle, which dropped Albion back into the League One relegation zone.
“What ever comes my way will happen,” Adams said. “My big concern, and my big focus, is getting everybody there (to Wembley). I am not worried about me.
“The final is in April. Let’s get there and who ever is in charge will have a nice day out.”
Defensive blunders and missed chances cost Albion dear against Carlisle after Adams named an unchanged side.
Recent signings Craig Davies, Jim McNulty and Seb Carole are all ineligible tonight and, with right-back Andrew Whing fit-again after suspension and a hamstring injury, other players face the axe.
Adams said: “We will make changes and I would think quite dramatic changes.”
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He has hinted even a place in the Johnstone’s Paint Trophy final may not save him unless the Seagulls’ League form improves.
Adams has left his players in no doubt about the significance of tonight’s result in the return leg of the JP Trophy area final at Luton after last month’s 0-0 draw at Withdean.
“They realise the importance of it,” he said. “We have talked about it, they have talked about it amongst themselves I am sure.
“The consequences of losing are dramatic for everybody I would imagine.
“I feel like I’m in a Wild West movie and the undertaker is measuring me up for a coffin. That’s how it feels.
“My focus at the moment is getting a group of players to Wembley and the supporters back to Wembley and then I am sure my future will be resolved.
“I have got great respect for the supporters. I know they are not happy with me at the moment, and I can understand that, but nothing will change my admiration for them.”
Adams signed a three-year contract when he was re-appointed manager in the summer.
He has vowed not to quit but is under mounting pressure from some fans following Saturday’s home defeat by Carlisle, which dropped Albion back into the League One relegation zone.
“What ever comes my way will happen,” Adams said. “My big concern, and my big focus, is getting everybody there (to Wembley). I am not worried about me.
“The final is in April. Let’s get there and who ever is in charge will have a nice day out.”
Defensive blunders and missed chances cost Albion dear against Carlisle after Adams named an unchanged side.
Recent signings Craig Davies, Jim McNulty and Seb Carole are all ineligible tonight and, with right-back Andrew Whing fit-again after suspension and a hamstring injury, other players face the axe.
Adams said: “We will make changes and I would think quite dramatic changes.”
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