We can't afford to let Leon go. When he hits top form, Saints hit top form, simple as. He's an integral part of our team and will be in the future I hope.

The chances of him still playing at the highest level in 2012 are pretty slim, he must be 30ish now.

For me me he is our main attacking player and very very important to how we go this year.

He's 28, 29 in October. Don't think he's ready for retiring for a few more years yet.

Maybe not but alot can happen btween now and the start of 2012, IMO i don't expect him to be at saints for the start of 2012.

Why, because of his age? He will be 30 for the 2012 season!
You just stated in your last post that you thought he was 30,now. Then by your own admission went on to say you thought he was our main threat....
Therefore when he is actually 30 in 2012there is no reason why you should think he won't be good enough for Saints.

I don't see any reason why not, unless he especially wants to spend his final years somewhere else. If he continues to enjoy his pivotal position in the team and perform as he has been doing this season then there is no reason why he can't remain here until and after he is 30.

dont quote me but i heard his sponsor who makes up his salary has gone bust, can saints afford to make up his salary under the cap

Well if perfomances are anything to go by Leon must be happy as a pig in sh** . He was absolutely magnificent today in every facet of the game. Doesn't have the look of a player wanting away.

Well, he wanted to play at 6 and I guess this season he has finally got his wish!