I think a lot of people are missing the point. Yes the season has only just finished but the league starts early next year. Out of contract players will be available in the next 14-21 days. The cream of these will be snapped up ASAP so we don't want to miss out.
And we still have no official decision on Poyet.
I think Tony B needs to swallow his pride and agree a compensation fee ASAP, otherwise the new man will struggle to build his own squad for next season in the time available.