I can see the logic in this, we obviously haven’t got endless funds, also there is FFP.
We got a player on a free last summer and 2 on loan. I still want us to get a top class striker, but welbeck as a free as back up isn’t a bad idea.
It’s like the midfield, if we lose Schneiderlin, McCarthy and besic. I wouldn’t mind Herrera the Mexican midfielder who’s available on a free. I know he’s 29 in the summer, but would be a good squad player , I was impressed at the World Cup.
I think Brands will need to be shrewd With his buying and selling as we move forward.