Alan Curbishley, the long-time manager of Charlton Athletic, opted for stability and experience over high-profile job opportunities in the Premier League. Despite speculation linking him to clubs like Liverpool and West Ham, Curbishley remained committed to Charlton, believing he was not ready for a bigger role. His decision paid off when he eventually joined West Ham in 2006, where he successfully navigated the club's challenges in the Premier League after years of building his career at Charlton, where he had substantial influence as the club's manager.
Curbishley stood firm at Charlton for 15 years despite offers, believing he needed more experience before taking on larger clubs.
His loyalty to Charlton and the responsibility of being in charge there made rejecting big offers the right decision at the time.
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