The suggestion of paying him an extra grand a week - just until the end of the season when he buggers off anyway - is possibly the most bonkers thing I've ever read on this forum (and there's been some contenders to that title over the years).
Going back to the JJ scenario - imagine we'd offered him an improved contract instead of banking a fee and using the proceeds to sign Durell, Mooney and Lundstram (on loan)?
Other benefits could include a potential sell on - just in case he absolutely smashes it with them over 12 months and gets an even bigger move.
I know it's hard to let go, but this will happen more and more often as we continue to be successful.
There is always a correct time to sell - and as much as I'd be delighted if he stays, I'd totally understand if he didn't - and I'd back the management to keep moving us forward.
If we do eventually get promoted out of this league, it won't be with Ryan Colclough in our ranks - but tough decisions we take along the way will get us there.