We seem to have swung the other way from giving players deals that were too long to giving everyone two year deals. I think for someone like Magennis where he was wholly unproven at this kind of level it's understandable, but for a player like Reeves it makes less sense.
Only thing I can think is that it improves his bargaining position in the future. For us, maybe if we're in the Championship we discover he's not really up to that level (hard to see he couldn't at least be a squad player).
As misleading as those YouTube clips can be, he looks like a fantastic signing. His assists are as impressive - if not more so - as his blaster goals. Well done those who got this over the line.
My prediction for 2017/18 finish just gone up from play-offs to automatic promotion - as long as he doesn't get Charltonised! Welcome Ben. Blend in quick and ensure we have an effective midfield this season.
could suits all parties .. if he's tosh, the club can get rid .. if he's Mr Magic we'll be in a higher division and will be able to pay him an increased wage, which I am sure he will demand to renew .. he's still quite a young man remember
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Only thing I can think is that it improves his bargaining position in the future. For us, maybe if we're in the Championship we discover he's not really up to that level (hard to see he couldn't at least be a squad player).
Well done those who got this over the line.
Welcome Ben. Blend in quick and ensure we have an effective midfield this season.