So having read recent articles, I wonder if this summer is the next stage of Ashley trusting our setup and loving football again.
Upon promotion, there was the statement about spending a minimal outlay. For 18 months our spending was very modest - receiving far more than we spent.
Then we spent £9m on Cisse and gave Coloccini - despite age & wage - a long term deal. Two examples of being flexible with the usual policy. Is the next stage of Ashley's trust to now have a good summer spree to really push on?
I understand rumours are just rumours, but there are indications that we could have a positive summer. A rare spurt of optimism.