Towards the beginning of the season, Nigel Pearson sent a message to those Bristol City players who are reaching the end of their contracts.
While the City manager hinted he is powerless to prevent some players from running down their deals, the likes of Han-Noah Massengo falling into that category, he tasked others to prove they deserve to extend their stay.
Pearson said in a press conference: "I can't do much about the ones that seem to be doing that (running them down). Now is too early. I think it's important that players play for contracts as well.
