And as I said, I wouldn't be happy if a player refused to play, but I don't know that's what happened. Ignoring that part, some do not think a player should leave for higher pay, and I don't agree with them on that point.
Got something to say or just want fewer pesky ads? Join us... 😊
Dunk - Refusing to play?
- Thread starter TSB
- Start date
I dont know the story, not many will.
But it is likely that discussions have taken place between Dunk own representatives, the club and someone from any possible suitors.
Someone somewhere has advised that it would be in the interest of Dunk and the recipient club to not become cup tied, this would have been discussed between all parties, why wouldnt it, it would be the reasonable and professional thing to do when contemplating a £5m business transaction.
It shouldnt follow that he threw off his boots and went on strike, more likely he found Brighton intransigence to not consider his wishes unfair, more likely the club playing hardball without so much of a thought to Dunks wishes, just to trouser another million.
Footballers have long memories, he no doubt remembers that time he was dropped without communication, perhaps a favourite coach was sacked a team mate treated poorly and a boardroom member going back on his word about a bonus, new contract who knows, nothing exclusive to BHA but perhaps by now he feels HE deserves better.
Of course he might just be selfish SOB, but I somehow doubt it, the spin will continue and many will decide to hate him and think its another example of footballers power, but dont believe it, the boardrooms still hold the power and owners and his mates will be casually chatting to other board member of another club to see if they fancy taking their midfielder at a sale price, only thing is that player has no idea ..... yet.
Hampster Gull
Well-known member
- Dec 22, 2010
- 13,465
They have signed a contract, which is a commitment of reward for services for a period of time. They then find ways to break that commitment. That Is poor form. I have a contract which means i have to give six months notice and i have always worked it.
I (double checks) didn't say 'feed'. He'd earn over a million with us in the next few years (even without a pay-rise). If he got injured, and that's the end of his football career, you can bet he (and his family) would be pretty pissed off if he didn't choose to make it 4 million. So when this much money is waved at you, I imagine many partners would be suggesting you take it.
What are you talking about? You're replying to my post, where I said I wouldn't be happy if he had refused to play. If he hasn't refused to play, then he's not breaking the commitment is he.
Hampster Gull
Well-known member
- Dec 22, 2010
- 13,465
Keep up at the back. See post #941 which qoutes you
Yeah, bugger it.
Thunder Bolt
Silly old bat
Good.
portslade seagull
Well-known member
Who will be our CB pairing now then 
Humble pie anyone?
Blue Valkyrie
Not seen such Bravery!
All's well that ends well.
Time to forget his mistake at Southend, I reckon.
Time to forget his mistake at Southend, I reckon.
S'hampton Seagull
Well-known member
To be fair he did refuse to play in the Southend game which was what this thread was originally about.
Diego Napier
Well-known member
- Mar 27, 2010
- 4,416
Hopefully all the histrionics from the hysterics can now die down and in the due course of time Dunky can become revered, emulating the journeys of Saul and St. Calderon.
Thunder Bolt
Silly old bat
He did, as the Argus confirmed it. He didn't want to be cup tied if offers came in. It was dealt with and he was ready to play at Fulham.
Thunder Bolt
Silly old bat
Ahem.