Plus if you actually read what you just linked to, Cook underlines what my thinking is.
"We have always said we will keep our workings internal, and don't openly discuss any of that information.
"It's a good strategy and maintains our dignity, because at the end of the day we will be playing with the very best clubs in the world and we want to behave like one of the best clubs in the world."
So i'll say again - IF talks are progressing well and Terry wants to come, then what purpose does a public statement from the player make?