I know some here are getting pretty pissed off with all this. I too think we shouldn't be pandering to his whims as it sets a dangerous president.
But if you take a different slant on it, it is all a bit of fun really.
I keep seeing clubs and players talking about "respect".
Normally those accusing somebody of not showing any are normally the least respectful people in the first place. (yes this is meant at whiskey nose)
Football is show business and he's the talent.
You can take the moral high ground and let him go, but then you don't have a very good act.
I now take the attitude that you should try your best to keep him within reason. And if that is not enough so be it.
If he does stay, that doesn't mean you shouldn't stop looking for a replacement any way.
When/if you do get somebody better, then show the Prima Donna what "respect" means.
We sometimes let passion get in the way of remembering that football is a business.
Players and managers are dispensed with ruthless efficiency.
We get upset and take it personally if somebody says they want to leave.
Funny how we only get like this if they are a good player!
What is clouding the issues are the contradictions.
He says he is missing the kids, but when given special time off went on holiday with his girlfriend.
Moving to a Spanish club would help with the language and moving his family there.
However, if this works, why not do that any way and stay at City?
That would then mean he would have a two hour commute by private jet, which is shorter then some on here do daily to get to work!
He says it's not about the money. They why say he is considering a better offer at the moment?
So if CT wants time to think, fine by me.
If he wants special time off, fine by me.
If he wants large amounts of cash each week, fine by me.
If City find a good replacement, fine by me...
