Elliot and O'Connor move on Wade Elliot and Garreth O'Connor have both moved to Burnley, and sections of the Bournemouth fans have reacted with precitable hysteria.

Seriously, we must have the most negative fans in the league, as every last incident means we are doomed and we must find someone to blame. In truth, it is not quite as bad as all that. That it happened at the same time was a bit of a shock, but really it's been obvious for a while that O'Connor was going to leave, while Elliot has been treading water for a couple of years. Yes, we'll miss them, but we'll also replace them. We always do; it's the way football works.

In fact this mini-clearout may be exactly what is needed, as it means the team will be fundamentally different next season to the one which failed to be promoted this. It's the perfect opportunity to go three at the back, and introduce a proper ball winner into midfield; or bring in a proper left winger, which we haven't had for who knows how long; or maybe stick Stock out on the right and get him ot play a Beckham style crossing role.

I'm sure that O'Driscoll and co. have plenty of replacements lined up, the available wages may even allow us to bring in more than two players to strengthen the squad further. Who knows?

One thing is for certain it is far too early to write off next season before this one has even ended. Sure, we may face a relegation battle; or we may win the league. Or we might have to settle for mid table obscurity. Whichever way it goes I wouldn't miss it for anything.  ¶ 7:29 PM

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