Edited sentence: Allen's previous experience at the club as an opposing player had not been all together positive, when memorably he was sent of and abused by home fans.However his success in taking MK Dons through lower league playoffs, and an 'infectious eagerness' impressed Mandaric enough to employ Allen in what are increasingly positive days at the club.The appointment was somewhat a surprise following 'big name' connections thanks to Mandaric's association with the club, such as Niel Warnock, Billy Davies, and Chris Coleman