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[Ben Wah Balls]

His contract is until the end of next season, was the only player we had under contract after the end of this year at one point.

[mattboyslim]

I would have though if he proves himself fit for playing again he'd stay.  Partly because finding a new club after well publicised problems might be tricky, partly because his form has been indifferent (and who'd want him), and I guess he may feel some loyalty to the club if they've supported him through his problems.  I guess the club would like to see a return on the time invested in him too, so will offer him a contract probably subject to certain conditions.

[my-velocity]

Iffy has been a bit easy going on this, most managers would have got rid of the player, but he has handled it well and Roberts does want to turn it around.

[Sussex]

Just out of curiousity as I have no idea, how long does a proper rehabilitation program take and how long would it be until Roberts is back and fit enough to regain his place in the team? Is this season out of the question?

As with any addiction, every case is different, but ballpark figures.. two weeks to 'dry out', then two weeks to 'adjust' (4 weeks rehab).

Then ongoing counselling to work through why/if you have an addictive personality, other issues etc.. And get to the root of the problem. Basically, digging up the crap in your life, whether it's from many years ago or something more recent. Not a nice experience!

This bit is done out of rehab, whilst getting back to a 'normal' way of life.

9 months in the case of my, er, mate :--

As I say, It's different for everyone, and Roberts has the added pressure of getting match fit afterwards.