Originally Posted by
LDG
Yes and no. I mean, they would have known there was a distinct possibility, and in all likelihood, the gag on RVP was until Giroud had signed.
Though, I do think they hoped he may change his mind.
As it is, he effectively burnt all his bridges with the statement (which I thought was a pretty low blow for someone of his percieved good character).
And as far as the club go, it also shows that we're not as willing as some might want us to be, to keep him. We keep saying, he's getting on a bit, and if he wants a four year deal for big bucks, it seems ridiculous to pay him over the odds if he is likely to get less and less playing time in two years time.
It's forward planning by the club. Which we should actually be happy about, rather than moaning about it.
Doesn't mean that we don't need further options up top though, so lets just hope that all of it is sorted as quickly as possible.