Erm how do you know it was last minute...I assume that there have to be other discussions

With the club involved etc, etc, probably all taken a bit longer than expected.

And why announce any new transfers before Friday in the season.

The modern day footballer need 24hrs so he can't get his agent to phone around higher placed clubs sharpish to see if he can get a better deal before saying "If I have too."

Posted By: Maillot Jaune, Jan 18, 11:18:17