For some reason you're getting hyper against me - chill out. Re your 'pro', you need to realise that if Pienaar signs, he'll be a stopgap - there to fill in when Lampard is injured (which he is likely to be more often, judging by his words regarding his tendon and the constant care that it needs) or when he is rested (which will also happen more often, considering he is 34). In 2 years Josh will be ready to take over what Lampard does for the team. In the meantime, so that he is not pressurized too much, it is ideal if we have a late 20s creative, hardworking midfielder who can fill in for Lamps. For 3 mil, Pienaar fits the bill perfectly. So to sum up then - Pros 1. In the age gap the club lacks players in (20s to 30s) 2. 3 million 3. Squad player but handy replacement for Lampard in the short term 4. Hard working, links the defence and attack 5. Creative, scores goals. 6. The entire team can't be made of superstars - you need good if not remarkable players as well. Look at Citeh. Cons None - and yes I believe that, it's not meant as a windup. We could do worse than a 3 mil Pienaar.