S7DiscoDown
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I imagine it will be a 1 year with maybe an option added for another. That gives him a bit more security. Also gives us a 'get out' if he's not living up to this season.Wonder if it’s a 1 or 2 year deal?
I don't see any signs of his 'legs going'. He has been bombing up and down that right flank with Jones.
He's actually 33 in August. So I'd be surprised if irs a outright 2 year. That said they will have seen enough of him and medicals to know how fit he is. Just look at Howson.
I have a feeling contract length will be more important than wages. Just for the security of what will probably be his final decent move. The issue with a one year is if he gets a smith type injury. Effectively clubless and injured going into a summer.
That said I'd be surprised if we didn't complete the deal. Ayling and Carrick were both very open in interviews. You don't usually get that from both parties.
I do think Sheff UTD would be an issue if they genuinely want him. They will almost certainly be able to offer more money. You really couldn't knock him if he chose them. I hope he doesn't though. His figures were right up with Giles interms of assists.