WakeyTom is not privy to any inside information, but he feels it is unlikely that Gus has the final say on transfers. He does, however, hope that Gus has at least some involvement with transfers, even if it's not the final say. Paulo DiCanio had no input in transfers.
Less than 53 hours ago, Buckley was fine. I don't suppose the leaks to the news paper about the bids occurred the moment they were made, I'm sure it's taken a few days to come to light and Buckley was fit when the bid was made.
Can we? Isn't it possible, as they share agents, Gus is doing his agent a favour by "bidding"* for Bridcutt in an effort to help him get a better deal?
*I mean, putting in bids he knows we will turn down, possibly those that are below any potential release clause?
I suggested that was perhaps a reason for this article a week or so back: http://www.theargus.co.uk/sport/albion/10896670.Albion_braced_for_Bridcutt_departure/
Bridcutt, targeted by Crystal Palace in August, confirmed earlier this month his ambition to become a Premier League player. He also...
The window doesn't have to be open for clubs to discuss transfers, agree on fees, and then discuss with players, and even sign contracts. The window only has to be open for the FA to process registration papers, but deals can be done prior to the window opening, and registration processed when...
I was under the impression they could, and the player could move and start training with a new team, he just isn't allowed to play until the transfer window is opened and the transfer becomes official (but that rarely ever happens because what layer wants to miss games, and what team wants to...