Originally Posted by Nick Menezes
His qualities on the ball are still evident but he has been overrun easily in his few games struggling to see out 90 minutes. In a way it is understandable under the circumstances of his consistent injuries. However, it will probably eliminate the already slim opportunity of him attracting Premier League suitors come the summer with his future looking like Championship football with his new employers.
It is a shame given Gibson’s talents, especially now that he is back playing but the Championship could be a platform for the 29-year-old to finally resurrect his once promising career and get back in the Ireland fold.
Relegation will be the same result for O’Shea and Gibson but open up two very contrasting opportunities. Unlike Gibson, O’Shea does not have the time on his hand or the vision of career resurrection. His efforts over the past few years for his side cannot be ignored with his heroics putting off relegation for season upon season. O’Shea has nothing left to prove but a run in the Championship for Gibson could be a blessing in disguise.