Yep. The problem is that some rumours are nonsense (like this seemingly, the drug dealer crap), but others are true (ground issues). I don’t blame some for being jaded with such, but I have seen enough to have some concerns. Anyway, no point continuing this any longer. I will try and shut up about such rumours now and focus on talking about the team, given the season starts in 10 minutes. I will comment on off-field matters when there is something more than what sources or others have said.
Speaking in general terms regarding the background of individuals, unless you are involved in law enforcement, the legal system or the Probation Service, you just don’t know. If you did, there would be no requirement for the introduction of Sarah’s Law, Clare’s Law and various DBS checks which are now available as part of any vetting process.
Past history usually only gets an airing when the brown stuff hits the fan and by that time it’s too late. Pilley at Fleetwood being a recent example.
