While I'm with those who think it's more of a business deal than a playing one...
Wouldn't that make him a better option than Locadia - who a lot of people have written off as not even good enough to be average?
Page not updated? Extension because we then don't lose him for nothing, while also allowing Potter to take a look and decide if he sees something or can coach something. He had an ok run before the suspension, then struggled to get in in games he might have a chance in (i.e. against sides...