He said: “It’s up to him whether he stays or goes. We’ll wait until the end of the season but I’ll be looking around in case.
“He’s done well so he’s in a strong position but it’s not a problem – that’s football.
“He’s a good player but if he decides he wants to go I’ll find someone else.
“We’ve lost some fantastic players, like Yakubu, so no one’s irreplaceable.”