I didn't know that he was soon to be out of contract. I can see why the club are keen to sell then. 7 million for 1 season left on a contract seems alot for a club that could lose him for nothing next season. I guess they are in a strong position as they know he will be sort after by alot of clubs next year. If you want the guarantee of landing his signture early and avoiding the potential scramble for it next season, then your going pay for it this year I guess. The club might be keen to cash in on the player, I just wonder if he really wants to leave.