So are we all now saying that Leon is over the hill in his first start of the season after a few months and pre season out injured? Yes, he might be on the downside, but he's still more than good enough to do what he does in this league.
Next season Leon and Angel will be another year older they will inevitably be getting slower and due to tear and wear they will no longer be at the fitness level required be able to play for a full season. Between now and the start of next season we will need to have their replacements on board and up and running and not leave it until too late.
With regards to next season, I agree, he probably will, but at present, there is no way Dai can write off Leon based on his first start of the season.