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Am I out the loop? You're not a petro-state club and your fans aren't mouthing off all over the internet, by default that makes you better than 90% of clubs in the league. If Pedro can get fit, a top 4 club could come in for him. He's that good, and could fetch £60-70m if he puts in a consistent 6 months at the end of the season. Unfortunately, he's becoming a bit of a sick note, which may also work against a potential Buonanotte sale. For Rutter, it was an odd signing based on the fee and his previous clubs. He's actually shown some good potential (not £40m worth, mind) but currently he's not really offering more than Buonanotte in that role. I would suggest you're correct in thinking we'd rather sell Buonanotte for £40m than Rutter for £40m, purely from a PSR perspective. That being said, Bloom took some odd decisions this summer in terms of transfers, and so it's getting hard to second guess his motives. As always, he's thinking one or two steps ahead of the crowd.

Brighton fan here (pleasantly surprised I can post without registering). FB showed flashes of brilliance last year, but wasn't consistent enough to secure a place in the starting line up. Based on our spending over the summer, it's not impossible to think Bloom is looking at a top 8 finish, and unfortunately FB just isn't at that level quite yet. As mentioned we have Georginio (£40m signing) and Pedro (£30m signing) in his position, and also a few others that can play as a CAM if required. With this in mind and his lack of effectiveness last season, I can see why he was loaned out. Do note though that there was some discontent with his loaning based on his ability and future potential, combined with the fact he's quite a likable fella. I'm so pleased to see him thrive at Leicester, not least because you're one of the most likeable clubs in the Prem, but also because he's finally fulfilling the potential he has shown for the last 3 years. Before we signing him Tévez touted him as the next Messi, which does seem farfetched, but also shows how highly rated he is in Argentina. Next season I imagine one of Pedro, Georginio or Buonanotte will be sold. £40m + a sell on fee would be more than fair I imagine (we sold MacAllister for less).