{
  "id": 7731573,
  "title": "'He's an idiot, but he's our idiot' - Saints fans on Pollock contract stand-off",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/16/hes-an-idiot-but-hes-our-idiot-saints-fans-on-pollock-contract-stand-7731573",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-16T07:11:05.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/hes-idiot-hes-idiot-saints-064952408.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Henry Pollock's contentious contract negotiations have drawn a mixed reaction from Northampton Saints fans. While some view him as arrogant and an idiot, others acknowledge that he is a valuable asset to the club, especially given his role in their recent Premier League triumph. The theatre surrounding the contract talks has generated public scrutiny, with some fans growing frustrated with the prolonged drama. Despite the controversy, it appears that Pollock remains a beloved figure among the Saints faithful, who are determined to see him stay on the team.",
  "summary": "How has a drawn-out and public contract negotiation affected the relationship between Henry Pollock and his fans?",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
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      {
        "outlet": "BBC Sport",
        "title": "'He's an idiot, but he's our idiot' - Saints fans on Pollock contract stand-off",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/16/hes-an-idiot-but-hes-our-idiot-saints-fans-on-pollock-contract-stand",
        "published": "2026-09-16T06:49:45.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}