My question is this: how did so many people allow themselves to be persuaded this lad has what it takes - fans and club employees alike?
He's like one of those X-Factor winners: hyped up beyond belief but completely insubstantial and destined to wither in the real world. A simulacrum that the modern entertainment industry throws up on a consistent basis. But FFS, it took three whole seasons before most people finally got the message the lad was a very well paid imposter. For fans, that's almst forgiveable. For coaches and managers it is unforgivable.
People are talking about a Championship player...I dont see it. He'd struggle there. Certainly at a playoff Championship outfit.
There's been a persistence with this lad beyond all reason, and I'd like to know how three managers and two DoF allowed this to continue for so long. As said yesterday: an inquiry is in order.