- Jan 7, 2006
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isn't this tapping up? Considering we haven't given them permission to talk to him?
I think players who are contracted until the end of the season can speak to anyone after January 31st. I.e. when there is less than six months left of their contract. In effect, Birchall could have spoken to anyone since the day he signed for us.
Seems a shame for the lad that another month at the Albion could mean him missing out on an opportunity to set himself up financially for life. And, to be honest, although he's a decent player, I don't think his continued presence is essential for us on our run-in.