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I would imagine that because he seems to have fitted right into their team, played very well by all accounts and now has a good amount of games under his belt that they now think he is worth the £1m ? As you say it will be interesting if this development influences FIFA's take on the whole thing.

Aye, Lee Erwin was who sprung to mind when I read the Bristol City story. There aren't many 'Well players who have left us as youngsters and gone on to bigger and better things (Turnbull is the only one I can think of that might break that mould when he goes). I understand the attraction of a quick payday - especially when you are that age - but it needs to be balanced against career development. Personally, I don't think Scott is ready for a move yet, but given he's under contract until May 2022, at least the ball is firmly in our court when it comes to transfer fees.

If money is your only goal then moving to the Championship is a no brainer. However, Lee Erwin is a great example of a boy that went too early and didnt develop as he might have. Get first team games under your belt and move as a first team pick. The money will always follow.

We would need to sign a handsome bastard as a replacement. Over the years we've always had one. Simon Ramsden, John Sutton, John Sutton again. If Sloth goes I just don't see anyone in our current squad able to fill that role.