As expected the bile in this thread is way OTT.
Came here did OK in his first few months but really kicked on in his first full season. Covered a lot of ground and had an excellent scoring record as we seemed to kick on in the second half of 2014/15. Included was an absolute cracker away to St Johnstone. However there were glaring weaknesses in his game even in that spell. Not very strong in the tackle and prone to give the ball away a la Scott Brown.
2015/16 saw what many of us considered to be our strongest area - midfield - make a 180 degree turn and become one of our weakest. Johansen, Bitton and Brown all had nightmare seasons. Too often Johansen tried too hard, resulting in him failing to repeat the exploits of the previous season and his weaknesses becoming worse. However that description also applies to Brown whilst you couldn't accuse Bitton of trying too hard.
The abuse on twitter, instagram and in the stands where he was regarded as Ronnie's pet didn't help and some of the folk involved in that should take a good look at themselves. As such, I don't blame him if he fancies a move elsewhere.
Having said that, I'm not sure that BR will want a midfield with two players who are so prone to giving the ball away so I am not fussed at his refusal to sign a new contract and our decision to sell him. Makes sense for both parties. Wish him all the best.
