Ben Sheaf

[jmt23]

I can't understand that some fans could not see how good he was, easily the best midfielder last season - I only watched home games, perhaps he was poor away from home?

Given that everyones perception is Ben Whitman is worth millions, 900k is an absolute bargain, sadly way out of our price range, but there will be a profit in him for Coventry. Both Ben's have championship quality, whether they can take the next step, I'm unsure.

[idler]

They must have some income stream if they are paying rent to Birmingham City and low (for them) home gates and can lay out 900k fee plus wages for Ben.

[roversdude]

I thought similar idler but they are not known for living within their means

[selby]

Idler, the income difference between the championship and div1 is said to be over £6 million

[roversdude]

Did we ever get that money from them for Robert Betts ?

To be fair it won’t take long to use up £6million especially £900k PLUS wages

[EasyforDennis]

I wouldn't even know what is a true value these days taking everything into consideration. The point is, Coventry have obviously done their homework and have assessed what it will take for Arsenal to release him. They clearly think it's a sound investment.

I wish more people would give him the credit he deserves. Playing in a key role at such a young age he's going to make mistakes, just as Whiteman did before him when developing his role. Sheaf took quite a bit of weight off Whitemans shoulders last season and at times, eclipsed his contribution. Those who say he can't pass a ball clearly don't see all the positive stuff he does. He's a good all rounder and was improving in all areas. Even his first goal was a thing of beauty!

Sheaf is an excellent footballer and has great potential. Its a pity we are not in a position to shell out that sort of money, but the reality is what it is and we can't afford to take a 900k risk (if that figure is correct).even though there may be a return further down the line.

I'm sure we'll see more of Sheaf in the future unlike some others who have faded away.

We are in a position to shell out that sort of money though Baz. We just choose not to. Coventry have taken a risk and good luck to them. 

[idler]

If you come in on a £900k fee then you aren't going to bo on minimum wage.
What percentage of our capped salary would that take up.
Then add in other players thinking that he's not worth two or three times their wages. A gamble for a Championship club but a possible disaster for a League One side in my opinion. Sunderland, Portsmouth and Coventry have all had previous financial problems maybe they are all willing to risk it again.