Dale forgets the club supported him during a long injury and paid his wages as well. Perhaps he owes the club the chance to fulfill their dream to play in the Premier League. Is that too much to ask for 1 season?
Probably already been said but this is my take. The club have set a minimum figure they will accept for Stephens but although close nobody has yet bid enough. That could happen as we near the end of the window so it makes sense not to play him. The cover story about his fitness is being used so...