that rumour comes from robson who has offered nothing substantial to back it up. it makes no sense to allow someone to start work, see it work well, then stop them. not even wenger is that nuts.
perhaps bould is just a shit defensive coach. sure he done alright with kids but this is with the big boys, different league and expectations. maybe what we saw at the start of the season was just enthusiasm from players and now that has worn off, i don't know.