Congrats to the vampires. You got your pound of flesh but some of us actually want the Alex to succeed. (We'll probably hear less from you as a result).
Anyway, the rebuilding starts now. We have to get a new manager in with a history of wanting to play football and respecting the academy. I agree with many that that has to be an outsider. I don't know who is available right now but an old pro from the Dario days would not be a problem. That is not to say that's my main choice but if there is any connection with the club, I don't think it should be a recent one.
Whatever, there should be someone in soon so that they can see what we've got.
Anyway, in terms of players, we do need a clear out. It seems likely that Jaskalainen and Kashket will go anyway. Ainley and Finney senior should also go.
I can't see Griffiths making it. Porter should retire.
So, I reckon we will need a new goalkeeper: at least one experienced full-back; at least 2 new midfielders, including someone strong who can tackle and keep the ball and another who has an eye for a forward pass. We also need to recruit a new Porter but preferably someone who is a bit more mobile.
Apparently, 9 youth players have been offered contracts and, so far 6 have signed. I believe that two of those not signed may have some recent experience in the 1st team plus one other who hasn't.
With 6 or 7 new players (no one year contracts, please and not too many loanees) plus Richards; Offord; Johnston; Adebisi; BSD; Uwakwe; Agyei and Long and possibly 9 youth players, we will have a squad to build for the future. As I've said elsewhere, I don't have any illusions that we'll be successful next season - a bit of consolidation will be good for the nerves- but think there's a shining light to look forward to.