£1.6 million is pretty decent business from the football club. Despite RA having a couple more years left on his contract, it’s hard to sell a defender from Lge 1 for a north of £2mill.
Matt Clarke left Pompey for £2million, and I’d say that’s about the going rate for a top Lge 1 defender.
Bristol City are buying potential, and we’ve gone for a 10% sell on clause. Which is better than a promotion clause. There is no way Bristol City will be getting promoted anytime soon.
I think we’ve done well after only playing one season for us. All it takes is a freak injury ie Nelson, and you lose him not only for the season but the financial gains too.
The conveyor belt continues, and it’s how we operate as a football club currently. What attracts these young talented players to us, is that we promise not to stand in there way if a big move comes along.
Reinvest the money wisely, and bring in a couple of experienced heads, to push on next season.