I find it jaw-dropping that people have written him off when it was clear the system wasn’t suiting him rather than lack of ability. He has just about everything other than pace, and has a brilliant attitude and off the field demeanour. His playmaking, movement and finishing are right up there with the best. We are so lucky to have him, and tbh I can see him playing until he’s 40 given mobility hasn’t ever been the basis of his game. Conditioning side of game so advanced compared to 25 years ago – bonkers when you consider Shearer retired from England aged 30.
