The reality is that Laird has overtaken Crouch in his role where he excelled in the past - a more dynamic version of the player Crouch currently presents himself as. Berry has also become more dynamic, and is 20 years old, to boot
Crouch could still well find a niche at some other club, but that club unfortunately isn't us
Crouch could still well find a niche at some other club, but that club unfortunately isn't us