KO at the KCOM

So we ended our interest in the play offs at the first hurdle. 

Two totally different performances and a 75% success record in four games v Hull City, but sadly not good enough to make progress. 

It is very disappointing for us to go out in these circumstances. The home leg being the killer. 

An inept and pitiful performance at home left us with a mountain to climb in the second leg and despite a spirited attempt, it just wasn't quite good enough. 

This season has been very disappointing. Yet again failing during the run in and that's after investing heavily in the transfer market. 

There has to be some serious questioning of the decisions behind a few of the signings too. 

Of course Tom Ince was going to be pursued after a very impressive loan spell last season. He hasn't been a total flop either and again hit double figures in the goal scoring charts. 

What is concerning is the fact that we can't play him in his strongest position dye to the fact that the make up if our squad prevents any real alternative to a 4-3-3 formation. 

Abdoul Camara and Nick Blackman came for 1.5 and 2.5 million respectively. Neither have shone! I know that chances have been scarce, but the fact remains that Blackman has looked out of place when he has been on the pitch and Camara has often failed to even make the bench. 

Darren Bent was given a deal after his loan spell last season and he must have the easiest job in the division! I haven't any stats in front of me that state his actual minutes in the field, but he is bound to be on hefty wages and hasn't been called upon often enough to be able to justify them. 

Bradley Johnson became the clubs record signing at £6.5m! So far he has looked like being the clubs most expensive flop too! Very poor return from him after we paid so much for him. 

Jacob Butterfield and Andreas Weimann were too both big money signings, but often were left kicking their heels on the bench. Both showed flashes of brilliance but not enough to become automatic picks. 

We have a very large squad, an expensive squad, but the evidence is overwhelming that we don't have enough versatility within it to change formations when the need arises. 

After failing to gain promotion for three years on the trot, it's time for some serious reorganisation. Certain players will be needed to be moved on and certain roles will need filling. 

First big decision will be the appointment of the new manager. Mel Morris has had plenty of time to decide who is on his list. He needs to install the new boss sooner rather than later so that due preparation can be made for next season in good time. 

The next appointment by Mel Morris could  define his tenure as the clubs owner. Let's hope for the sake of the 25,000 plus fans who loyally supported us this season that it's a good one!