Quick question: Do people want us to extend him after this year?
My impression is you will never see a fully fit Gibson, and while there is no argument about his talent and he has abilities that no one else in our side does, my feeling with Barry, McCarthy, Besic, Cleverly and Ledson coming up I think we have enough cover in the midfield and his wages would be better spent elsewhere.
It is a shame, because his first few years he was fantastic for us and really elevated our play but his production for a full season will not match up with his ability.
On a pay as you play/on bench deal then yes it is a no brainer. I would certainly not be throwing £50k a week at him though to be injured.