He seems like damaged goods.
Perhaps. Certainly looks to be that way. It's a crossroads we keep getting stuck on with past players. Display injuries issues that are ongoing, then renew their contract (Sami for example).
We are stuck with high earners that are injured frequently (Dybala & Ramsey for example).
If his inconsistencies as a player weren't enough to think about cashing in, then Maybe the challenge to fitting him in the formation would have tilted the scales more. Still here, still offering a new contract. Add to those issues, his knee is causing him ongoing problems.
When/where is the cut off point for this club to move in another direction with these types of players?
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Renew then sell. Fuck leaving on a free.
How many players have we seen who were never the same after knee issues?
It's a risk. Renew then he refuses to leave b/c his value dropped so much after his form & injuries & season?
Like I said, he's a crappy situation all around. Should have sold last summer IMO.