Quote Originally Posted by Take it easy View Post
Exactly it, they’re not keeping and retaining massive profits. They’re trying to win comps and gain reputation to attract the next generation, people wether we agree or not like to be part of a winning culture.
You don't get that by just spending all your money on 1st grade players.

Furthermore, if they aren't about keeping and retaining profits your analogy about Coles doesn't work. And even if it did, players are members of the clubs so yes they should be able to have a say about spend. Your question regarding Coles and what they do is exactly what Shareholders do, ask questions and push for what they want to do with the money coming in.