Yes, you cannot take away from the fact that his contribution was a major factor to us winning the Fulham match.

Not saying I don't agree with you. However, don't think there has been many examples when a player has not got his way (or has there?)

Rely on unproven players when in a relegation scrap, bit risky, no?

On Holiett, the way Sam has been speaking recently suggests it may not be a lost cause (saying Olsson, Kalinic and Holiett were the future of the club). The fact many of us would not blink an eye lid if some of our first teamers left says it all (about the worrying lack of quality throughout the squad).

Sounds like West Ham have a few striking options, so not sure how much they will be willing to pay for Benni - I know they have money to spend now, but our reluctance to sell him could be more down to the fact we cannot replace him adequately. Regardless of his attitude, which has been questionable for some/much of his time here, he is still our best finisher. Looking at replacements, decent strikers usually cost big fees and wages too.

More of an angry reaction....

Anyone acting like Benni can f**k off, disrespectful prick. Need a replacement though.

Benni still is our best goal scorer. I would say it is a fairly major decision to let him leave, particularly as we are involved in a relegation battle. On the merits of selling him - we know his qualities, but there is more to it than that – the manager does not like putting Benni in the team and Benni does not like playing for us (due to style of football & lack of first team opportunities). Personally I would keep him until the end of the season if possible, as he is quality and his departure would only weaken us in the short-term. The repalcement would have to be decent quality to make me feel comfortable about him leaving.

Would not sell until the end of the season. Would be surprised if we could lure anyone of quality. Like the manager's situation, if we cannot replace them adequately, there is little point. He still has that touch of class/quality which we need.

For now, I would keep him. Whislt he can be inconsistent, he still has flair/class/quality, therefore he can be a match winner for us, and to replace that would cost a bit of cash.

Everton are set to beat Celtic in the race for Blackburn striker Benni McCarthy.

Benni is really taking the p*ss. Don't think there will be many takers at our asking price - think Sam will try and get rid if he has someone else lined up

Some of our players are simply not good enough. That’s not to say they cannot improve but there is only so much you can do. Benni has the talent and quality, we know that. However, clearly he has problems with keeping his weight to a adequate/required level as it appears to fluctuate throughout the season (sometimes he looks leaner than other occasions).

According to Benni in that article, Sam wanted him out in the summer.

Benni McCarthy insists he has to leave Blackburn to save his career after being singled out to do extra training at 7am by manager Sam Allardyce.

Benny McCarthy desire hits right note

Calm - let's see if he can be consistent.

Just saying he loves playing and enjoys himself when playing. Unhappy he has not scored more goals (cites the Spurs game) and we did not get 3 points versus Wigan - said we have been on the end of some bad luck and good goalkeeping. Smiled when asked on his future, said time will tell. Salgado view here: 'Benni is a top-quality player. He's a key player - everyone needs them in their team.

Benni McCarthy has been told by Sam Allardyce to shape up because he might not be shipping out.

I would like to see Benni stay, as he can add much needed quality to the team (when he wants too!). Given Dunn's track record, obviously, we need to be very careful with him. Hopefully this recent injury does not act as a trigger....

I know 2 subs were enforced today, but find it hard to believe that Benni Mac does not get any mins on the pitch, especially when we are playing at home. He has proven quality, flair and can score goals.

Jason Roberts appears determined to follow Benni McCarthy, his fellow striker, out of Ewood Park in January unless he can secure assurances of regular action.

Ask any outsider, our team/squad is very average these days, and we have been losing our best/better players at an intense rate - Benni is a quality player still and can score goals - getting rid in January is very risky. Even with a big financial outlay, seemingly, Sam still struggled to bring in a striker who could make an impact.

I know he is getting on age wise, but slightly concerned to hear Sam's comments - as pointed out, there is a liklihood Dunn will get injured shortly, if you take into account his track record. Also, whilst he can be frustrating, he still is one of our better players and has quality - we really have to be careful because if we are not careful, we are going to end up with none.

Think we need to get Benni more involved. Whilst his work ethic/rate can be frustrating, you cannot deny he is one of the few proven/quality players we have. Best goal scorer we have too - will be interesting to see how things develop but he will want out unless he starts more games.