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We don't know what he's like off the pitch for all we know he's a nightmare we just assume he's a good influence because he seems a nice guy.
Is it really a good example to set players to sign big money contracts and be happy being a squad player? Surely you want a group of players who are hungry to play every minute of every game.
I thought he was out the door last summer but the club gave him a new deal to 2021 probably to try and sell him this summer for a fee that covers last seasons wages.
If we don't start making tough decisions and clearing out the players who just aren't good enough we'll keep going around in circles because if these guys are here being paid then they need to play. I know it's harsh but for me Mata should have been gone years ago after that first season under Mourinho he should have been out the door.
Is it really a good example to set players to sign big money contracts and be happy being a squad player? Surely you want a group of players who are hungry to play every minute of every game.
I thought he was out the door last summer but the club gave him a new deal to 2021 probably to try and sell him this summer for a fee that covers last seasons wages.
If we don't start making tough decisions and clearing out the players who just aren't good enough we'll keep going around in circles because if these guys are here being paid then they need to play. I know it's harsh but for me Mata should have been gone years ago after that first season under Mourinho he should have been out the door.