His fitness, for whatever reason, prevents him from getting enough consistent game time. And I think that is something we perhaps did alright with in that first season. We were able to get enough minutes from him because he'd bag goals when he played.
Its not esteemed company, but during his time he's been the best finisher at the club.
The problem is that during that time as you point out, he's played considerably fewer mins and whats worse is that he's not getting the chances or he's played in a way which is more of a hold up role, so his goal tally has dipped.
Were a side now with less creativity, but playing on the counter should still get us some chances.
In hindsight, on this seasons showing, the contract wasn't wise, but i don't think we had too much choice in this belt tightening phase.