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No, I’m his agent.

But I’d argue Jack is both (older and a worker), hence the use.

Guessing you know the terms he’s on? Jack is no Carrillo, and won’t be in anywhere near his money. If we go up, I suspect he’ll move on. If we don’t, who knows. The dissing of a great club servant (not from you btw) is quite depressing tbh.

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He’s always been a leader. Hot headed at times? Sure. Capable of an infuriating ricket? 💯 Not our most skilled defender? Absolutely. Then there’s this… which our bunch of lily-livered nice boys lack dreadfully. (I’m not expecting him to play every game, but as I peruse our squad list and think “who would I want in the trenches with me?” It’s Jack every time.).

Which is why they are experienced profession football manager and we are not… Any business needs the right mix of personalities, potential and experience. I trust Spors/Still have factored all of this in. ‘Violinists & roadsweepers’ McMeneny used to call it. But hey, what did he know…

You don’t think JS has been a good club servant? We are in the Championship, we don’t know the terms he was offered (lower wages I’d assume). He’s more than able to perform in this league and help those coming through develop. Experience, wise heads, vocal dressing room presences, combative spirit are all useful commodities, abs for me worth the investment. Three years gives him security and ensures a fee - albeit small - when he moves on. No brainer for me.

You do know how to read an analogy and not take it literally?

Possibly. And he’s still here, so guess it was the case.

The disrespect for Jack on here is quite astounding / depressing, though sadly predictable. I’m delighted about this. We need character and leadership - even when he’s not playing. He gives a shit about the club. All of those things negate the odd ricket for me. Having him in and around the squad will help our young players, and Will Still I suspect. Perhaps folks need to go and watch his post-match Wembley interview to remind themselves what this club means to him. Give me 5 JS’s for every one ‘ABK-style star signing’ who is here for career progression and career progression alone.

Great news. Jack’s leadership, experience, passion & commitment will be crucial next season 👊😇Delighted he’s staying.

You understand that few players see out their contracts, right?

Decent read. Cheers.

Glen Hoddle in the Amex (or Barclays?) lounge at the O2 - for Jeff Lynne’s ELO. Funnily enough - not for him of course - about a week or so before he had his heart scare. I’m sure there’s an appropriate ELO song to round this story off, but I can’t be arsed…

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White man makes fun of centuries of struggle by those from black and ethnic groups to counter systemic inequalities in obtaining opportunity. Well done you! 👊

Or just apply identifying as yourself? As a white male you’ll find little challenge I suspect - other than possibly having no coaching qualifications for this level of football.

That looks truly awful…

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/cq53wq1nzn5o 🤔

Worth remembering that two of the biggest developments in the City - West Quay and SMS were green-lit and initially developed under a Labour controlled City Council. So although some developments have faltered - due to lack of private investment I believe - they have delivered when the partnership investment is there. That’s the key.

I’d agree but isn’t that what this Renaissance project is about? Regenerating the City?

My money is on Fulham…

Farewell… https://www.instagram.com/reel/DLVUS_TNr_T/?igsh=MTJrdXFsem5zdW4xeA==

He didn’t want a new contract… he let his existing one run down. He wants to move and that’s fair enough. Good luck to him.

I have no idea what the plan is - and suspect atm it’s just a ‘floated idea’ - but maybe it’s a shuttle service back and forth to Soton central? If it’s just for SMS it may not be viable, but if there are other reasons to visit the area (bars, restaurants, hotels - and especially if the indoor arena/conference centre happens - then maybe it looks more viable?