I’ve said nothing defamatory whatsoever. All I’ve ever asked is that he at least explain what happened? I have never ever accused him of an improper motive. I have never thought he had so why would I claim it? There are no grounds and no evidence. Equally there was absolutely no need for him to do as he did. Why should it remain a mystery?
All I say is he was fixed up anyway, his Goodison nest was already feathered and he simply couldn’t give a toss about us. He has owed us the courtesy of an explanation for a long time. That’s all, nothing more. Others may have gone further, not me. That’s up to them. Check my back catalogue if in doubt.
If he thinks I have defamed him, let him sue. At least he’ll have to give an answer then, but he’ll find it much cheaper and more convenient to do so informally.
How professional was he on 14 May 2007? I’d like to ask him. After all, I was a Blade before he was born and it harmed my club grievously.
I’ll say what I like about him, but never libel or slander him. I never have and never will. However, I don’t respect him one jot. I used to. He was a big favourite of mine, but he badly disrespected my club twelve years ago and I’d like a long-overdue explanation. Is it too much to ask?
You know, former favourites are not beyond reproach or criticism.