'Great signing' or 'buying from bargain basement'?

Leonard: It looks as if Newcastle are buying from the bargain basement, with the opportunity to sell on players in the future, shying away from overspending. Liam: Three goals in 31 games doesn't exactly fill me with confidence, but he was playing in one of the worst teams in Premier League history, so I'm willing to give him a chance. 21 Premier League outings last season would suggest that he will settle in quickly.