Exactly. He is certainly not prepared to gamble with the Albion. However, there are potential property interests between Lancing and Shoreham Airport and a hotel near Falmer Village.
If I give my nephew a new bike, I wouldn't tell him where or when he has to go on it. One step further, I would not pay someone a salary to tell him where to go on it.
If I did tell him, I would expect criticism.