You cant simplify things like that. Parker is DM, his age is not a concern. Makelele was also 30 when he came and stayed for 5 fucking years. Parker is not a flop. As Ollie said, he left not because he was shit. The problem is that our squad already had Makelele for that position. Even Mourinho said when Parker left that the problem is Makelele was playing so good, that Parker coud not play more. He also said Parker was a great player. I know it was many years ago, but same people that says Mikel is brilliant are saying that We dont need Parker, Thanks God our manager is a wise guy who knows that without Essien, we only have Mikel for that position, because Ramires doesnt play in same position as the nigerian does. And what will happen If Mikel gets injured or gets one of his stupid red cards? Whats gonna happen If Mikel keep playing his avarage football?