Lee Wallace

I don't get the Niko hate, I think he's been alright whenever he's played this season.
That said, Wallace has been much better in recent games so keep him on.

Ok hate might be a bit strong actually, though I've seen some unwarranted comments on social media and all that. Criticism might be a better word

Lee Wallace has provided much better protection to our defensive Achilles Heel than either Nico or Manning.

The signing of Stefan Johansen could also be seen to strengthen the team significantly on that side of the pitch.

Wallace would be a big loss if injury keeps him out of the Bournemouth game especially listening to Woodgates interview after their win over Rotherham

“ all of our goals have come via our F/Bs / wide positions since I came to Bournemouth “

15 league starts in 18 months, earning 10 grand a week. No brainer when you look at that. He absolutely should not be getting his contract renewed.

thing is though is we do need a new LB next season regardless and keeping wallace here would be pointless given that we'd already have cover in niko and barbet if need be.
wallace would be an unneccesary wage and place in the squad.

plus has niko really done anything wrong? he's been steady when called upon and is a good enough backup option who could potentially get better whereas wallace is only gunna get worse.

Exactly how I see it mate.

Can't have a guy on 10 grand a week when history tells us he's only ever fit for 1 game out of every 3 or 4 on average, and there is no other clear starter for his position.

The way the club is being run these days, we need to reinvest the money being spent on Wallace's salary on someone we can rely on from a fitness perspective. As you say, Niko and Barbet between them offer adequate back up.

I fully agree we need a new LB regardless. Wallace however is definitely a better option than Niko IMO and that view is based on having closely watched them both this season.

The other point no one has yet mentioned is that MW actually brought on Kakay late in the game as LB, so we have another option there too. He did a decent job which was purely to defend, not be a WB. RB's can play at LB if they know what they're doing.

I'd also question the assumption that the club could not afford to keep Wallace on for another year, even on a pay-as-you-play basis.

Another assumption being made here is that the club actually intend to buy another LB. Where I agree with you and Tarbs is that one is needed either way. But it would be foolish to just dispose of the best LB at the club until another is lined up.  Keep him as backup at least until such time.

No hate from my side. He’s just not very good. What annoys me is he seems have no drive on the pitch and then can’t mark people from set pieces. 4 year deal was done in panic.

It was a suggestion. But I'd offer him another year first. He's earned it. And renegotiate terms, if necessary.

However it's all dependent on if we sign another LB, as I said.

Not really mate. I'm simply looking at it on the basis that:

1) He's currently the best LB at the club.

2) His best performances, of which have been very good, are all his most recent ones. 

3) He's currently fit and injury-free.

4) What he brings to a young squad in terms of experience, as well as ability. 

I respect your view however, and the fact that it's clearly different to mine!  

The discussion is a bit academic anyway, as the time to decide isn't now, but in the summer.

He's really found some form mate. If he can stay clear of injury I'll happily eat my words about whether he's worth another year or not.

Like a different player. The system really suits him and Kaneninio

Lee wins POTM:

Great news signing for another year.