Sudden fall in FM09

Ok no WTF.

I bought Oscar and Fleck when they were 18. But they didn't get homegrown status despite being at my club for 3 years. I was so angry that I immediately submitted a post to the FM game forums asking why is this possible.
They replied that they turned 19 during their 1st season, so in truth they were 19 when I bought them.
This is utter RUBBISH.
Cristiano Ronaldo was bought by ManUtd on July 2003 and he was 18 years old. On feb 2004, he turned 19, so he shouldn't be homegrown too.

I replied this answer to the forums and everyone kept quiet. Still awaiting a reply from them.

After browsing throught the forums awhile, I came upon this thread which really sums it all up.
Just watch and enjoy.


Stupid game. They talk so much but cannot deliver.