Wouldn't surprise me. Tavares is massively raw but there's enough to suggest he could be really good, even if the odds aren't great. Already an underrated 1v1 defender and someone capable of carrying the ball inside and outside. 2 things he could improve that would exponentially improve his game - improve his defending of space which is comically bad currently, and his choice of pass. Some time playing regular games would be useful IMO. A loan is the absolute best option IMO, option or not.I think maybe it’s us who’s been reluctant to allow an option to buy. That’s how I read Fab’s update anyway. So the club must see something in him and want to keep him long term..?