Perhaps, but thats a massive risk, a poor run and very soon the crowd would be berating him and he knew that, did he have the funds needed to embark on your mythical journey to certain PL status, cannot be sure but a shortcut to the PL is a very tempting lure.
Poyet is an experienced footballer person, he knows his worth.
Not sure what went on here, but just like Bridcutt, you rarely let up an opportunity to manage or play in the PL with all of its associated riches.
Both play-offs we didnt dominate the league we snuck in, an odd goal here or bad...