Quote Originally Posted by matt_magpie View Post
Maybe just maybe the conversation with Macca was “we’re going for it this season and we need you” he’s probably got a clause in his contract where he will get pay increase and he’s genuinely excited to stay for another season. Maybe we won’t even accept silly offers, there’s an opportunity this season as 3 of the highest financially supported 3 have gone, so if you are going to invest, statistically this season is an opportunity, last season not so much.
This doesn't explain the timing of the announcement unless you're believing club and player have made their minds up and he's staying.