None of that is new. It's about the fourth time that article has been regurgitated with the same quotes. He wants 5 or 6 players, some with championship experience, some with potential and he doesn't want to lose anyone.
What is different is the tone of the reporting on contract talks with Dack etc. Where as before they were confident of them signing, the LT now states 'hopeful'. Might be nothing but there you go.