Wherever he goes, he will be wanting to play every week. World cup year with nobody having nailed down the 2nd striker spot behind Kane, perfect opportunity for him to stake his place.
Suspect if he came here, he would be looking for a release...
I think this is the key point. I'm more than ready for him to go, but it does feel like people are missing some pretty basic stuff about what will happen if he does. With Moyes always having liked to have experienced heads around, and Branthwaite...
I agree with all the points you've made.
I'm just looking at it from a business side and not a football side. I'm not advocating for him to get a new deal, but he will still need to be replaced.
I'm not convinced there will be anything better...
If he is happy to stay as backup then it makes sense to offer him a new contract.
We're going to have to spend a minimum of 10m to replace him even as a 3rd / 4th choice. That money can be better spent elsehwere.
From a business perspective it...
Lazy used to be my favorite shout.
I remember a game at Old Trafford the fella behind me saying "yeah he scores goals, but he doesn't work hard enough for the team".