McGregor has played 25 league games this season, exactly the same as Mannone. Mannone did a decent job for us, but he's nowhere near as consistent as McGregor, he's made some right howlers for Sunderland this season.
Hardly worth comparing their appearances - one had to oust a No 1, while the other has been suspended and injured. Means nothing. This. There's not much between them, but McGregor has the edge in terms of solidity.
Yeah sorry, I like Mannone but he's nowhere near MacGregor. I can't see him even being on the longlist, to be honest.
So he is - I think we may well release him then. Also I would reluctantly let Koren go. Great servant over the past few years, but is now a bit part player for us at best.