I think we're operating on different paradigms Meg.
The question is: What known facts?
Buddy's pronouncements as to his motivations are NOT facts, they are merely pronouncements. No more, nor less, factual than the pronouncements of any public figure.
I am not suggesting that his pronouncements are false at all. Just that the only actual fact is the value and duration of his contract.
I think you may be seeing implications where they weren't made. I make no comment on his motivation/character etc. or the value for money provided.
He may have wanted to come to Sydney, in his shoes I certainly would have.
And as has been noted, the Swans did need to top the Hawthorn offer.
But by how much? I can't think of any free agent that's ended up staying at his existing club. Did we top the Hawthorn offer or did we over-the-top the Hawthorn offer?
The $10 million needed to induce a move to Sydney, is hard to reconcile with the get to Sydney and win flags motivation ascribed to him.
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