He's been in poor form this season and loaning him to a rival is questionable, but I'm sure we wouldn't agree to a move like this without something else being lined up.
Whilst Ripley had some great performances last year, it's easy to forget how good Clarke was last season. Without him it could've been a very different season. I think his performances made the difference in the end.
He only signed a 1 year contract with them, he'll be available for free this summer. And considering the financial throubls they're in, they'll be glad to get him off there books.
Did anyone notice what seemed to be (from the RRE), suited men in the old box between the George hill and chaddy. It's not been used all season, potential new investors?