Virtually all of our players did well at some time last season. Some dropped off and underperformed at times. Like most managers, Frank wants to upgrade or provide cover/competition.
Toffolo seems strange as we are top heavy at LB/LWB. This idea you can just offload in contract players is naive. Bidders struggled after his injury but may get back to his best. JDS became the player Adi said he was at the end of last season, as both a defender and an attacking force especially at home.
As much as I would like Doyle to sign, Unless we have some funds that have appeared (the £15million?), I feel he will be too expensive for us. I gather he was at Ryton at the beginning of last season but may have dropped in to see his mate Eccles.
Dolan seems to fit the bill. Right wing cover or first choice. Free transfer although development costs may be £1 million.
Do we have to sell? Every player has his price. MVE and Rudi are the jewels in the crown and the only players that would attract top dollar.
We need a squad so can't see Eccles, Lati, BTA or Allen leaving unless we get a very good bid and we buy a replacement first.
Simms would prosper with the right service but has struggled with his back to goal, the way Frank plays. Again, don't think he will leave unless a big offer comes in.
Am I right in thinking we have to have a max 25 man squad plus u21s?