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True. Not so sure about the dollars though. You'd want balls the size of a rhino to ask for more than what has been speculated(that word again) I honestly think he just didn't/ doesn't know what he wanted/wants. I posted on our board that it wouldn't surprise me if his initial decision was to leave, but the club has grown on him over time. Hence the delay. Again just speculation
He and his manager could also be trying to lever more coin out of Brisbane. For example Collingwood come to the table with a $1.5 million offer over three years and the inquiry is made of Brisbane as to whether they will match that offer. If Brisbane decide not to, then Aish announces he is leaving and nominates Collingwood as his preferred club of choice. If Brisbane match or better that offer, then he re-signs with Brisbane.
Then the trade negotiations begin with Brisbane having the option of sending him to the draft if they believe that what Collingwood can offer is below what the Lions think he is worth.
