He could have just been given the ok, as no actual decision has been made or confirmed. All it basically says is that options are being explored, albeit with a sweet application of spin.
Under a minute after you acknowledge someone not choosing one of the two options with 'good alternative', marvellous.
SISU: our best ever owners, or just really really great? Gun to your head.
And a few more understand that a hypothetical question can have more than two incredibly simplified answers. Supporting nobody at all in the event of a permanent move is a very real hypothetical option.