Pique (7 million), Rossi (7 million+), Smith (6 million), Heinze (7 million)

Originally Posted by Lou_Macari_Chippy

I dont think smith has proved himself good enough for a contract extension.

I agree but he seemed convinced that he was about to get one at the end of the season, perhaps he was told that louis was off and he would be kept.

Originally Posted by Lou_Macari_Chippy

I dont think smith has proved himself good enough for a contract extension.

You don't go in for over-statement, do you ??? !!!

Originally Posted by Lou_Macari_Chippy

Also 7m for Rossi seems a bit high - he may be an ok player but he couldnt break into newcastle's side - i reckon anything over 3m is a bonus.

His Parma performances are behind that fee.

Considering we apparently bid 10mill for Quagirella, who only scored a handful more goals than Rossi despite playing half a season more, it is hardly a ridiculous price.

Originally Posted by Lou_Macari_Chippy

Also 7m for Rossi seems a bit high - he may be an ok player but he couldnt break into newcastle's side - i reckon anything over 3m is a bonus.

9 in 19 in Serie A

I think it could be a good deal all round then. This is just my opinion, but i dont think Rossi has enough strength to make it in the premier league. I think Parma may be the perfect club for him and i think all we need to do is collect the 7m but put a clause in his contract that we get first right of refusal should they ever want to sell.