Darlow

[Jammy89]

I know most expectations seem to be he'll be sold now we've signed Dubravka (myself included) but today he has said he wants to sign a new contract and fight for his place.

I still think he'll be sold but this coming out now is interesting, could it be his agent making sure he says this so he doesn't lose an loyalty payments on contract, or does he genuinely want to stay.

I think he's in the worst position myself.

Dubravka will be number 1.
Woodman will go out on loan but soon becoming the challenger.
Elliot is older and seems to happy to be here challenging etc, i could see him becoming a coach in the area as he seems very settled etc.

But Darlow - 27 and hitting beginning of the prime of his keeping career. I'd almost say he needs to move for his own good, particularly if he wants to add to Wales caps.

[ghostrider]

A bit of a difficult one this.
If Darlow has any sense he'll move on and try to make a name for himself, whether that's as first choice in a lower prem side or first choice in a decent championship side.

Unless Elliot ships out, then hand him a new contract. I like him. I think he's a good keeper who can get much better and has plenty of time on his hands to do so.

[ex_pat_magpie]

A bit of a difficult one this.
If Darlow has any sense he'll move on and try to make a name for himself, whether that's as first choice in a lower prem side or first choice in a decent championship side.

Unless Elliot ships out, then hand him a new contract. I like him. I think he's a good keeper who can get much better and has plenty of time on his hands to do so.

I think if he stays, circumstances being right for him then Rafa will get the best out of him.

[ghostrider]

I think if he stays, circumstances being right for him then Rafa will get the best out of him.

Possible. He's now got better quality for him to up his game and tweak his weaknesses.