Aden Flint signs, David Okagbue leaves - Why both moves are 'good business' for Walsall?
Walsall can be satisfied with the business they completed on Monday evening.
Not only did they sell David Okagbue for a six-figure fee to Peterborough United, but they were able to replace him with the ultra-experienced Aden Flint.
Flint has joined the Saddlers on a one-year deal after leaving Mansfield Town at the end of last season.
Flint's experience key for Walsall's defence
The back-line needed a serious injection of experience and Flint's arrival brings up the average age of the central defensive options from 22.6 to 24.8.
His leadership skills and influence will be key to guiding the likes of Courtney Clarke, Harrison Burke and Mason Hancock through the rigours of their first seasons in the Football League.
Evan Weir and Rico Browne can also benefit from his knowhow, as they look to stake a claim under Mat Sadler during the forthcoming season.
Not only that but internal competition will be crucial and bringing in a player of Flint's calibre can only be a good thing in that respect.
