It wouldn’t worry me if Dustin Martin walked away from the Richmond Football Club.
And I’ve always thought that Martin would stay at Richmond.
He would stay because CEO Brendan Gale and director of football Neil Balme would make an offer that was fair and reasonable for the talent of Dustin Martin.
For they are outstanding administrators and they would be honest and upfront with Martin with their best offer.
And the club would be confident it has created an environment and support and development for Martin to enjoy his footy and get the best out of himself.’
If Martin moves because it’s all about money and only money then good luck to him.
He’s a professional footballer with a short career so it would be a business decision.
If he walks out the door the Tigers should shake him by the hand, thank him for his career at Punt Road and shut the book and start looking for the next great player.
For footy clubs are bigger than any individual, great names like Ian Stewart, Billy Barrot, Ron Barassi, Patrick Dangerfield, Buddy Franklin and a host of others have all packed their bags in the past and moved on and the world didn’t stop spinning.
If Martin does walk out of Punt Road the club can look supporters in the eye and say we did our best.
I’m KB, that’s my take.