So what was Phil supposed to do?
He bought the best players who were available like Hunt, Altidore, Ghilas and Vinnegoor of Hesselink who, at best, were mere CCC players.
I thought Phil would have walked before now as he is in an untenable position and can do nothing about it but he is not the sort of bloke who would desert a sinking ship. I think, however, that he will find a compromise and get out before it is too late.