I am very sceptical of the academy system tbh. I don't think it prepares players for the realities of league football as they're essentially training matches with very little physical contact from what I've seen. The old Central League, with the mix of youngsters and old pros either out of...
Just seen insider say in a post in another thread that we are getting rid of the development squad next season. Thoughts on this?
If true, where does this leave Sadler's stated aim that he wants a pathway into the first team for young players? Is it a cost cutting exercise?