Transfer in's and out's rumours etc.

[LeedsFTW]

Ian Wright, Ledley King, Thierry Henry, Yaya Toure, Teddy Sheringham, Strachan, Giggs all played at a very high level well into their 30s - he is only 29, in his prime, and is supposed to be very professional and an excellent trainer.

All those players had played numerous years in the premiership (pre 30's) so that level of quality was already established.

Rod is still an unknown quantity in the premiership, so for that fee and due to age it is likely his transfer value will depreciate. So I definitely see why people see this transfer as a risk.