Glad to see he's re-signed, not saying he's the answer to our problems but will make us a bit more solid at the back always been a fan of his. keep up the good work hodgeson. Just need to get alonso back now and keep macha not the biggest lost if he goes like and keep nando of course

Am i the only one that feels Mascherano isn't that great?

Like I said wouldn't be a big loss, I don't think he's the best in the world in his position but he is one of the best and will only get better with time. Yes it's an easy position to fill but not while your on limited funds. If he goes we wouldn't be able to refill that position with some1 of the same or better quality.

For me he has to go. Has spat his dummy out all year and wants out so let him.

Its an easy position to fill with cheaper players. May not be as good as Mascha but you just need a tough tackler/water carrier in there and can use the funds to strengthen other areas of the squad.