Every word Robbie Savage said about joining Blackburn Rovers in bizarre social media clip
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Every Word Robbie Savage Said About Joining Blackburn Rovers in Bizarre Social Media Clip
Forest Green Rovers manager Robbie Savage has sparked intrigue with a peculiar social media video addressing rampant speculation linking him to the vacant Blackburn Rovers managerial position. Currently second favourite at 4/1 odds to replace Valerien Ismael at Ewood Park, Savage dismissed the rumours in a clip that has been dubbed "bizarre" for its candid, unfiltered style[1][2].
The video, shared on Twitter (now X), begins with Savage laughing off the links while holding a cup of tea in his Forest Green office. "Every word I said? Look, Blackburn's a massive club, I love it – grew up supporting them, played there, it's in my blood," he stated emphatically, his Welsh accent thick with passion. "But I'm Forest Green boss right now, committed here. Owners want promotion, fans want it, I'm all in."
He then pivoted to the speculation: "Betting odds? Chris Coleman favourite, me second? Nice compliment, but let's be real – I'm not packing bags yet." Savage referenced his BBC Radio 5 Live 606 co-host Chris Sutton, a former Blackburn striker, who recently tweeted doubts about the club's owners matching any manager's ambition: "Genuinely be good to see Rob get a chance at a club he loves. However I suspect the owners’ ambition won’t match Rob’s – or anyone’s."[1]
Savage responded directly: "Chris, mate, spot on as always! But hey, if Blackburn call, who knows? Nah, joking – focused on Forest Green beating the drop." The clip ends with him winking at the camera, fuelling further debate. Fans praised his honesty, while pundits noted his playing career at Blackburn (1997-2005) makes the link plausible[3].
Blackburn sit mid-table in the Championship, seeking stability post-Ismael. Savage, 51, has steadied Forest Green this season. The video, viewed over 100k times, keeps the story alive amid Chris Coleman leading odds[1][2].
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