THE shock resignation of Danny Allsopp is a blessing for Melbourne Victory.

No disrespect to Danny whatsoever, I actually believe still has what it takes to play A-League and was underutilised last season by Durakovic and Magilton.

His attitude has been exemplary during a difficult 18 months.

I wouldn't be surprised if an A-League club comes knocking in December and he gives those itchy feet a scratch.

He still potentially has goals in him, but not at Victory.

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The 4-2-2-2 formation, where the two highest players are wingers as opposed to central strikers, doesn't suit Allsopp and is essentially why he quit.

It was a selfless act from Allsopp, who was contracted until the end of the season, for he relinquishes a substantial amount of cash.

It frees up roughly $200,000 in Victory's salary cap and they have room to fit another two players.

The average A-League salary (minus marquees) is about $100,000, so $200,000 can buy quality.

Money isn't an issue for Victory, who had budgeted to spend well in excess of $1m to retain Harry Kewell.

Argentine Marcos Flores was signed for far less.

Victory's best XI is quality, but depth is an issue.

The jury is still out on a few players, including new signing Jonathan Bru, while the likes of Isaka Cernak and Sam Gallagher don't appear to be in the coach's plans.

With the five visa spots filled, any new additions would have to be local lads.

And make no mistake, Victory have started searching.

Director of football Paul Trimboli was coy on the issue on ABC Grandstand last Friday, but Postecoglou volunteered a little more.

"We do have some space. I have great respect for Danny because a lot of people in his position would have played out the year," Postecoglou said.

"But I'll make every decision based on if I think it'll build this club to be better long term and give us sustainable success so I'm not going to out there and bring someone in for the sake of it.

"If there is someone out there that fits into what we're doing and it's pretty clear now that it's a pretty defined and rigid structure, they've got to fit into what we do."

DERBY DELIGHT

Parramatta Stadium was rocking last Saturday, and while Western Sydney Wanderers are barely six months old, their fans' passion is extraordinary.

They were singing until the final whistle, despite losing 1-0.

Alessandro Del Piero delivered again, and he is an absolute technical delight.

He bamboozled four players to win the penalty and his composure to score from the rebound after Ante Covic's save was terrific.

Parents and coaches, tell your kids to watch and learn from the Italian maestro.

GOAL OF THE WEEK

Besart Berisha's sublime finish in Wellington yesterday, where he dinked it over onrushing Mark Paston, was class and rescued a point for Brisbane Roar. SEE VIDEO AT TOP OF PAGE

Originally published as Victory benefit from Allsopp departure