Is there any point in a club holding onto a player who has made it clear that they wish to leave? Can the team still get the best out of someone who no longer wants to be there and is trying to force an exit?
With footballers’ ever-growing power over their clubs, extreme actions to ensure their demands are met, such as refusing to train or travel with the rest of the squad, are becoming commonplace.
After Gareth Bale’s transfer to Chinese Super League side Jiangsu Suning was cancelled by Real Madrid, much to the dismay of both player and manager Zinedine Zidane, can all parties still benefit?