I don’t have a problem with people who still back the team through thick and thin — I do the same. But there’s a difference between support and accepting mediocrity. If we’re spending real money, I want players who can win us titles and cups more often than not.

Be honest about recruitment

We all know the financial reality. We can’t buy the 1990s or the Premiership’s superstar players on a whim. Fair enough. But when you see the other lot bring in Kyogo, Kuhn and Maeda for a combined figure the fanbase understands, it’s hard not to compare. I’m not asking for miracles. I’m asking for value and a clear plan. If we pay up for someone, there ought to be a reason beyond potential and a hope they'll suddenly turn into a goals machine.

Chermiti and expectations

Chermiti’s price tag isn’t the player’s fault. But money changes expectations. Someone decided he was worth that outlay, so the rest of us are entitled to expect more than what we’ve seen so far. That’s not personal. It’s pragmatic. If a signing hasn’t shown the end product — goals, movement, consistency — then criticism follows. It’s not about wanting him to fail; it’s about wanting him to prove why he was bought.

Olsen, form and patience

Olsen can still turn it on. Seven games isn’t nothing, but it’s also not infinite. If he finds form in that period, fair play and he earns his place back in the conversation. If he doesn’t, then questions need answering. We can support the club while being critical of individual performances. That’s part of being a fan: you back the badge, not blind everything the manager or board does. Keep the faith, but don’t silence common sense.

Written by Jackboy55: 19 May 2026

Tags: transfers match-review