He was, but that was 5 years ago. Didn't progress at all as was hoped. Will still do alright for himself lower down the leagues though I'm sure. Decent technique, especially from set pieces. Was never going to make it here.
No other surprises on the list in terms of young players, Ryo was a tale of injury woe that might pale by comparison to Diaby's but would certainly have been too much for many youngsters to over come.
Good luck to them all. Especially Abou (but I'm glad we've done the right thing and FINALLY let him go!).
