I think one of the reasons for originally signing McFadden was the hope that he would increase attendances enough to cover his extra wages but this didn't happen so paying him more than anybody else was just not sustainable. At the end of the day for clubs like Motherwell its all about money and staying within budget.
In my opinion we need to look longer term whats the point in finishing higher up the league compared to bringing through possible assets to the club. Look at Dundee Utd they haven't been in the Champions league but they are sitting with some great young players who could be worth a lot of money to the club. Has being in europe brought any benefits to Motherwell ?
In my opinion we should only keep them if there is a possibility of signing them on permanent deals next season if not let them go and play youngsters in their place
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We still have Lasley, Hammell,Ramsden,McManus and Sutton who are experienced but maybe Kerr Cummings Moore McHugh and Erwin amongst others could benefit from more 1st team action
I would let all players who's contracts are up in January go, and go with our younger players. We may struggle but it would have long term benefits hopefully. As for McFadden if he is out of contract in January he doesn't deserve a new contract I'm afraid to say.