Isn't his contract up at the end of the season? It'll be interesting to see what he does next. He would surely get a Championship gig. Or he might fancy something further afield. Hassenhuttl's respect for and public utterances about him and minutes and games he is affording him ahead of expensive signings like Armstrong speak to the fact that he's still making an impact there. Whatever about his contributions on the pitch, you'd have to think that he is demonstrating commitment to Hassenhuttl's style of play and desire for intensity. And that surely rubs off on those around him, young and old.
Wouldn't be surprised to see him retire and possibly go into coaching, or might get a 12 month contract extension. Manager has always talked about the positive influence and experience he brings to the squad.
Don't think we'll see him start to drop down the leagues playing into his late 30s like Whelan and Wes have done lately, and soon to be 40s for Wes.
Last edited by JR89; 26/04/2022 at 2:23 PM.
Linked with Reading and QPR after leaving Southampton upon expiry of his contract.
Back to Reading confirmed.
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