to suggest that Barton is better than NRC is mad. Barton is an arragont and violent little chav with no respect for anyone. He would upset the team, attack other players and spend a lot of time in court.
NRC is the captain of his club, captain of the U21's and when he was playing well he was being sought after by the top 4. But remember, class is permanant and form is temporary so he could easily replicate that form with the correct motivation and backing
£8m is a good price