If Bernardo is indeed on 20 odd grand a week, is he worthy of that investment?
Celtic v Dundee Paulo Bernardo during the cinch Premiership match at Celtic Park, Saturday September 16, 2023.Photo Andrew Milligan
The Paulo Bernardo transfer saga took another twist when it was revealed that the club are seemingly unwilling to meet his salary demands which is a reputed 20 odd grand a week, after tax.
Paulo is a talented player who has plenty of potential, but is it worth committing to that kind of high end salary considering he is still emerging as a ‘project’ player?
The figures mentioned mean that Paulo would be earning more than some of the first team regular players and that in turn could threaten player harmony.
It’s only natural after all, that you would feel put out in any walk of life if someone doing the same job as you is paid a lot more, and in Paulo’s case he hasn’t be seen so far as a first team regular starter so it would only naturally raise questions.
SL Benfica v SC Covilha – Allianz Cup Paulo Bernardo of SL Benfica during the Allianz Cup match between SL Benfica and SC Covilha at Estadio da Luz on December 15, 2021 in Lisbon,
Then there’s the matter of the impending departure of Matt O’Riley. It’s only a matter of time before the club are confronted with an offer they can’t refuse for the Danish international and it’s doubtful that Paulo is the man to fill Matt’s boots.
Yes Paulo is a talented player, but it’s a step too far to ask him to replace Matt. The sort of salary Paulo is allegedly demanding could be put to better use as a top quality replacement for Matt.
Yes we want Paulo back at Celtic Park, but it’s extremely doubtful going by those salary demands.
Just an Ordinary Bhoy