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I'd get used to Ling's cheesy clicheac phrases if I was you; he'll throw them about in almost every interview

At Orient, we've released a few of Ling's signings over the past couple of years and I wouldn't be suprised if he went in for a couple of them again:

Brian Saah: Ling really rates him. In my opinion he's far to good for the conference and would do a great job for you. Athletic, strong and a good passer, although his positioning did leave a bit to be desired when he was with us (i'm sure he's improved that though as he's become more experienced).

Sean Thornton: many Orient fans were very suprised to see him leave, as he was something of a cult hero down at Brisbane Road. On his day, he was easily our best player, however off the field problems were clearly the determining factor in him leaving (he was apparently a bit of a boozer). He hasn't got a club at the moment, and he would do a brilliant job for you. Whether Ling would take a chance on him is another matter.

Ryan Jarvis: centre forward who we've just released. Ling originally signed him on loan, then signed him permanently a few months later. He is a real trier, and will chase everything loose ball down. Unfortunately, at League One level he was one of the most hit-and-miss forwards you will ever see; one day he will be on fire and the next he'll look like he couldn't hit a barn door with a banjo. He is a massive confidence player, but could definitely do a job for you.

A quick head's up as to what to expect from Ling's signings. He will always try to sign players that have proven themself in league football and will very rarely take a punt on a non-league player. He has a good knack of attracting a high calibre of player and I'd say that 70% of signings at Orient were positive. He is prone to the odd duff one, but which manager isn't. As I said before, he'll do a good job for you...just get behind him and don't write him off before a ball's even been kicked.

Leyton Orient supporter here...if this rumour about Lingy going to you is true then I think that you have found made a very shrewd appointment.

Before he took over as our manager, we were looking more likely to be relegated from the division, yet Ling got us on the right track and after just missing out on the play-offs in his first season, we gained automatic promotion is second full season.

He will get you playing football in the right way and he has a knack of attracting good quality players to a club that's on a tight budget. Yes he was poor at Cambridge, but at League Two level (with a few more funds available) he'll have you battling towards the top of the division again. You'll be knowhere near the bottom of the league with Ling in charge, dont worry.