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Bloody Hell that was traumatic.

Albion certainly like to do things the hard way.

As said above, it is clear evidence that we need to invest. SB says he will stay loyal to the players that got us there but surely that is just nice words. He will realise, once he has time to reflect, that without investment we will rank next season!

You’re right, Stairs, it will need considerable and targeted investment- unlike Fulham and Villa. I hope our owner gets the message; if he doesn’t it begs the question why he bought the club in the first place

"Targeted investment" is exactly right. So many millions can be wasted, making Zohore look like a minor 'small change' error.
We've done very, very well to go up without massive spending; let's hope we can unearth some young, cheaper gems à la Dan Ashworth era.
I think it's just possible, given SB's connections and undoubted charisma.