Gracious Adrian’s big Hart welcome

Since summarising my feelings on the Joe Hart deal last night and following a great discussion on the ClaretandHugh Facebook forum @https://www.facebook.com/groups/363174467150521/ I accept that despite the lack of “to buy option” this is good business by the club.

Truth is of course that contracts and clauses mean very little these days and any number of reasons could be given this time next summer for the England keeper to decide against staying.

Welcome Joe – hopefully you are here for a long time to come!

However, the response from Adrian given the circumstances has been absolutely praiseworthy and demonstrates why he has become such a favourite with the fans although there may be a hint of annoyance with David Sullivan who claimed Joe Hart was the best keeper with whom he has worked.

Crystal Palace and Newcastle are apparently both interested in signing Adrian but for the time being at least Adrian has reacted graciously and generously to the news of Hart’s arrival.

Taking to Twitter on his official account the Spaniard declares: “Thanks for your sincerity. But you still “having two great professionals respecting, fighting & defending this badge.”

Pure quality from a top bloke!

COYI