£4m was a lot of money for a centre half 20 years ago, but in the world of football and especially the English market where we got him from its peanuts.
We paid similar money for Goldson and have only won 2 trophies in the 4 seasons he’s been here - is his fee justified?
If Davies makes a goal saving tackle that helps us qualify for the Champions League in the next 3 season, then the fee is paid back in one go and then some.
If you want a ball playing, left footed, experienced centre half at a good age then you need to pay the going rate or they’ll go elsewhere.