Based on what?! His complete lack of commitment I.E. Fitness, attitude and his undeniable decline into mediocrity over the last, I dunno, 5-8 years or so? If Joe Cole loves football as much as he loves the footballers lifestyle, he'd be in at least some semblance of physical fitness to play the game he purportedly loves. His talent is undeniable, however his attitude is highly questionable, otherwise at 33, he'd still be at a consistent level of performance and desire.
The goal he scored against Barnsley is testament to his ability, but the fact he's made little other impressions in his meagre 3 games for us suggest, to me, he's clinging onto anything for a contract/money.
I don't post any old shit just to rile people, in fact, I welcome debates - I just cannot stand the hangers-on who jump on the wagon with the forum veterans and act like 'wums' themselves against anyone with a different opinion.
You have your opinion, and I have mine. In light of everything I've just said regarding Cole, my stance on him won't change. I had my own opinion of him way before the Chinese whispers on here about his unsubstantiated drinking exploits.