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To put that in perspective. The 30-35m compensation; would be paid over the duration of his reading years on the contract. In other words, yearly, and not upfront! Unless there is a reduced pay-off settlement. And I doubt that would happen. So technically, he would be paid out for the remaining months, likely kept on salary. And done sort of upfront payment, which I can’t see exceeding 10m, with the balance paid yearly, or monthly. So do not be fooled to think the board would not ditch if things do not change.
I think Levy and the board have to answer one simple question...
Is he still the man for the long term?
If they think yes and are prepared to sacrifice CL for next year, they need to come out and back him.. Barring a relegation battle.
If they're not convinced they should act now, pointless to wait in hope.
It's time to be decisive imo.
The worst thing to do is piddle along just hoping and then the season is totally gone.