Oliver Sail’s performances in goal have piqued the interest of rival A-League club Western United. Goalkeeper Oli Sail has been impressive since he came into the Wellington Phoenix’s starting lineup four matches ago – and at least one other team has taken notice. Coach Ufuk Talay confirmed in his pre-match press conference ahead of Monday night’s trip to Western Sydney Wanderers that Western United – coached by former Phoenix boss Mark Rudan – had enquired about the services of the stopper, who would be considered a local player and not take up a visa spot. It’s all above board – players are allowed to speak to other clubs and other clubs to players once they’re in the final six months of their contract – but the Phoenix would be loath to lose a player they’ve nurtured for seven years, and it’s a reminder they have a fair bit of contracting to do themselves.