To analyse a Front Office move properly, you need to detach from the fan inside of you and face the facts. Value, age, salary, position, nationality, experience and many other factors come into play and aid your judgement. You need to be aware of your biases (e.g. Pirlo is a great player because of that beard) and become more rational in your thinking.
You also need a complete understanding of the rules of the league - which I am still getting my head around and will continue to learn the more I write on this blog. TAM, GAM, Designated Players, Generation Adidas contracts - it can all get a little confusing - but a greater understanding of these rules will translate to marginal gains both on the field and off it.