Let's be honest here, you don't know what was offered, demanded, or indeed what we pay to other players, and neither do I.
And yet, you seem to think we have a "tinpot mentality".
C'mon Bozza, if you KNOW that it is more than a rumour, tell us what you know. Or at least offer a % chance of this signing happening. Your info this time last year was invaluable, and superbly accurate.