When that matter entered the conversation, it drew a slightly different reaction.
Fletcher had his uses, but his place in the squad was less secure than earlier in the season.
If the German club were prepared to make a suitable offer, Wigan would at least have to consider it.
"Have they submitted anything formal?" Dawson asked.
"Not yet. They've only made an initial enquiry."
"Then let's see whether they intend to follow it up."
As he said that, the staff member hesitated before continuing.
"There was one more enquiry this morning."
At that, Dawson looked up.
"Who?"
"Chelsea."
The room quietened as Dawson waited for the rest.
"They've asked about Jake. The figure mentioned was twenty-five million pounds."
For a moment, Dawson said nothing.
He looked down at the table, then towards the laptop, as though he expected the information to change if he read it again.
