Del Fenner
Because of Boxing Day
There is a difference between "I'm not going to answer that because we do not speak about contracts" and "no, we're not even thinking about firing him, never have"
But even if not, by your definition "we have never discussed replacing george" is discussing his contract. Therefore, how can you say they have been clear about not discussing when they actually are discussing it?
They have make clear statements about not commenting on wages or contracts. They haven't been completely consistent about it in this context. My take is that there is a certain amount of spin involved. A common management technique, and not everyone's cup of tea.
I don't buy the whole "oh CPFC2010 are completely open with us" line because that patently cannot work. Having said that it is very refreshing how much they do communicate with the fans, and after all they are fans too.