It's strange to me that given how well he's playing he never starts, even with all the injuries/suspensions in our forwards. Is he just the type of player that has more impact coming off the bench when teams are a bit leggy?

They're probably just loathed to move him whilst he's playing so well. He started the season well then had a little dip but his form over the past 6-8 weeks has been incredible. He looks fit and strong and teams are struggling to contain him.

I didn't think we'd get to this point last year but I'm sat here hoping they can tie him to a long term deal at some point.

I'm personally not expecting much from FPN this year. Mid season signings are notorious for hitting the ground quite slowly when they arrive. Sandow springs to mind with him appearing to be all hype when he first came over, but looks the business this year.

In regards to TT what is his contract situation? Does he have another year left to run on his contract? I've not heard much talk about him extending his stay with us even though he's been one of our most consistent performers this year?

I think he only signed a 2 year deal but im sure that I read that Tierney was the last to sign of our ooc players....

TT signed a three year deal.

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Hopefully, if he continues as is then we can extend his contract.