Originally Posted by
ccfc_is_my_life
The overwhelming majority of Academy players, regardless of club, are "sinkers" though. That's the reality of football, finding that gem is very much the exception.
Declan John was played at numerous positions at lower level and failed in every one. His career may well have advanced but at a poor level. Nothing in his Rangers career indicated we made the wrong decision in getting rid of him.
James may well have found his natural level. Until his career progresses, difficult to say.
Reality is, of the player we've released, all have gravitated downwards. People point to a Regan Poole, Man Utd loaned him out to Northampton where he can't even get a regular place - plus being moved into midfield.
I just find it hard to believe any manager would willingly not play a youngster if that youngster could save them precious money in a limited budget.