Since Welnix took over I don't think we've ever picked up a top class A-League player who're still in their prime. We'd much rather save some money and spend on overseas players down on their luck.
That being said, Davila likes our club and likes our fans - that was very evident when they first played us after Lily's passing. I'm sure he'd love to come back here even if he took a small pay cut (provided Macarthur weren't an option) but I just don't think Welnix want to spend anywhere near his level of wages.
"Since Welnix took over I don't think we've ever picked up a top class A-League player who're still in their prime."
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I see your point with Kosta but how good for us was he that second stint...? I maybe don't remember it that well but it was pretty mixed, no?
Hooper is another top signing under Welnix. A bit old and injury ridden sure, but would've been expensive regardless.