The problem is that your definition of fair value and Geelong definition of fair value does not necessarily match fair value. For example, yesterday the Herald Sun run an article speaking to anonymous expert who said that in the new system Dangerfield's value is pick 9 and a 2016 2nd rounder. Now I think Geelong would jump at that but I'm not sure the Crows would. If the Crows accepted that your fans would burn the place down.
For example, if that's fair value, Adelaide would be a loser in accepting a first round compensation pick but hardly shafted. Teams generally lose when a player wants to leave too. I'm not saying that Adelaide should accept the pick but fair value has so many definitions its not funny.
Geelong aren't interested in overpaying to appease the Adelaide fan base and that is half the problem the difference between what Adelaide fans want and reality. Like 2 first and Cock is a complete joke. Two firsts is too much if you look at the expert's perception of value above. Geelong aren't trying to screw you over, its your perception of value doesn't align with reality especially when you have little bargaining power. I'd also say that by saying you will match no matter what is trying to shaft Geelong. Surely you can't say that until you know if a side deal can be done.
The outbursts by the Crows make me think they are frustrated as things aren't going as they wanted. Even the press conference today if about Dangerfield is unprofessional and silly. Clubs don't negotiate through the media.
For example, if that's fair value, Adelaide would be a loser in accepting a first round compensation pick but hardly shafted. Teams generally lose when a player wants to leave too. I'm not saying that Adelaide should accept the pick but fair value has so many definitions its not funny.
Geelong aren't interested in overpaying to appease the Adelaide fan base and that is half the problem the difference between what Adelaide fans want and reality. Like 2 first and Cock is a complete joke. Two firsts is too much if you look at the expert's perception of value above. Geelong aren't trying to screw you over, its your perception of value doesn't align with reality especially when you have little bargaining power. I'd also say that by saying you will match no matter what is trying to shaft Geelong. Surely you can't say that until you know if a side deal can be done.
The outbursts by the Crows make me think they are frustrated as things aren't going as they wanted. Even the press conference today if about Dangerfield is unprofessional and silly. Clubs don't negotiate through the media.
However, Pick 9 this year and your first rounder next year (let's assume it's similar give or take 2-3 spots either side) is at least reasonable value (IMO, which like yours, doesn't count for much)... perhaps there will be a second rounder of ours going the other way but who knows.
You seriously put weight into an "anonymous expert

