Prestwich Red wrote:I would say rejecting a huge contract is pretty much a clear sign he wants out.
Whether Offiah said it or not Richie must have some say.
If he starts now at that salary what about next contract negotiations.
Lets face reality here we just can not afford him and he obviously knows this and his worth so will be off
Rejecting a new contract is not the same as not wanting to play for the Club. He wants what is best for himself and as long as he continues to play to the best of his ability and doesn't mess us about (which he hasn't) then fair play.
TheButcher wrote:With no bias, as I understand why Myler would move on to further a very short career, his mind is obviously on the next rung of the ladder. As a supporter I would find it difficult to cheer a player who would continue to play for a team he has no intentions of staying at. Regardless whether his integrity is 100% and he does his best when he goes on the pitch. For Myler, he currently sits in limbo, having not gone but showing his intentions for leaving he can't possibly be a positive influence in the team and should not be part of matchdays.
I would not slag the guy off. He is doing what he feels is best for his future. My concern as a supporter is for Salford's future, which in this case, means moving-on and getting used to life without Myler. Currently, life with Myler being a Salford player but not wanting to be is no good for both sides of the coin.
There are many players who have no intention of staying at the Club, should we drop those as well? At the minute that would mean dropping Stapleton, Turner, Myler, possibly Paul, Alker and Littler (retirement) and whoever else. It's just not practical. I can understand the logic of moving the focus to Ratchford & Smith but ATEOTD Myler is a great player and subject to the conditions above I see no reason why he should be dropped. Not to mention the fact we're still paying his wages.