Only if we want to lose another player. 3 years good deal for all.

If after 2 he can't make the grade then it's a possible transfer or 1 year being replaced.
It's good for Gaskell as it shows confidence in his game and gives him time to bed in.

Also good as if he has 3 good years Saints will be willing to up the price in 3 years time, maybe for a 4 year deal.

he will only be 23 by the next deal.

Not surprising. The club was clearly thinking about him last season and his performances this make the deal a no-brainer.

So much for us being right up to the salary cap

Does his wages apply to cap thought homegrown under certain age were exempted