Quote: Dita's Slot Meter "I agree......Personally, I'd have retired one of Morley/Carvell (probably Morley) and also one of Higham/Monaghan (mainly based on Monas true state of fitness).
Also, I'm not entirely convinced by Hodgson getting a 2 year deal, unless the final year is on a reduced deal - He already looks shopworn, I'm not sure he can see through another 2 seasons at the standard that will be required.'"
Bert's an enigma. He looks like a rag doll, but he always bounces back from the hard knocks and tackles. I think everyone was surprised that he got a two year deal.
But he is an amazing player. His placement at foolback is uncanny, he knows where the ball is going to be every time, and whilst Ratchford will get sucked into the defensive line, Bert always seems to be there to pounce on the ball that is kicked through. Similar with coming into the attacking line. I certainly don't begrudge him his two years.