my two penth for what it’s worth.
The majority of the squad we have today have the ability to play in the championship in a mid table side which is where we’re going to aim to be. I for one right now am confident that we’ll comfortably achieve this next term.
it seems fairly obvious people like Robson, Nuttall, Shaw, Garrity and Lubala will depart for various reasons.
With the remaining out of contract lads, Turton not only deserves but has value for us on a 1 + 1 deal.
Garbutt is a must for something like a 2 year deal
I’d give Husband similar to Turton forget the option and get him on a new 1+1
I’d take up the option on Wards contract and not give him a new contract purely because of the depth we have in central mid, but we could use him next season.
Two of the toughest ones would be Madine and KK. I’d again try and sign both to 1+1s. Would they go for that? Maybe not, but they’re both capable of winning us games in the Championship. Personally I’d class them as luxury players, isn’t it now amazing we can afford luxuries.
I’d do our best to get Ballard and Gabriel back in any capacity. A month ago I said Simms wasn’t good enough to be kept on next season, I’ve changed my mind after his end of season performances, I think he’s got a bright future and could bag a few next year.
much depends on coming and goings regarding new signings. If Ballard stays and Husband signs on, do we need Thorneily? Harsh as he’s barely put a foot wrong after a few early wobbles, but his wages could be freed up for one more potent attacker.
If we can’t get Gabriel again, which seems unlikely or They decide not to go for Turton right back will be need to be an area of investment.
what ever happens I think we need another main striker to work with Yates and take him to the next level.
. Staggered?
