For me General, i just want to say that i'm going to show some more patience this summer when it comes to signings.It must get anoying with some ofthe negativity oon here, but don't take it too much to heart as all everyone here wants is for us to be up there challeging again. It has been so long since we have made a serious attempt at winning anything. And now all our hopes are up, us midlanders always think the worst is going to happen ( i myself can't help it - i've been a villa fan for nearly 25 years - for my sins).
Regarding the Barry situation, i have said that if he leaves, then lets wish him well, and then go on to show him what a mistake he made. Because at this club we need what Sir Alex has done to with Man utd. Their players know they can't just want to play for the club, they have to love it as well. Thats what we want here, players who put the club first. Ones who don't ever actually want to leave.
I do hope he chooses to stay because he wants to achieve his playing dreamsin a villa shirt. If not,then thanks for memories but we hope you regret the choice.
That being said, it would be nice if MON could make his mission this summer, to try and bankrupt Randy with the ammount spent on new signings. (but being a villa fan, we would probably still find something to complain about - seriouly we can't help it)
Keep up the good work. (the ACORNS deal is something you all should be very proud of, i can't think of a charity more deserving)