Later on if he does sign on with the Phoenix we will hear the normal platitudes about making a fresh start in an up and coming club and how its exciting to be playing in the a-League etc etc but really its the money that talks first.
You would have to think that the delay is because Porter is still waiting on Hartepool to make a counter offer. He has a Phoenix offer on the table already. As we know these things are all about $$$. These players are professional...they have a short time to maximise their income. So its understandable that he will chase the higher $$$$.
Later on if he does sign on with the Phoenix we will hear the normal platitudes about making a fresh start in an up and coming club and how its exciting to be playing in the a-League etc etc but really its the money that talks first.