Source: Team_Talk
Russo: Player sales are a necessity
Russo made the revelation in his 'chairman's statement' of Watford Leisure Plc's final results for the year ending June 30 2009.[LNB]The results also showed the Hornets will require approximately £6.5million funding to make up their shortfall until June 2010.[LNB]In the annual report, Russo also praised manager Malky Mackay, saying: "He is a true gentleman and a leader amongst men and whilst our expectations would be success year on year, we also have to be realistic as to the challenges he faces.[LNB]"Indeed, having sold and released some 12 players since Easter he has been somewhat restricted as to the amounts of money made available to him. He fully understands his position and was informed at the time of being appointed.[LNB]"Nevertheless, he chooses to work with a small team of good players and, for this, we are grateful to him for his endeavours."[LNB][LNB]
