Transfer negotiations are a long way ahead of where they were a decade ago on FM. Even then it was a simpler time, with just a fee and contract to agree fairly simply, though recent editions of the game have adapted to the modern world of clauses, bonuses, and installments. This may not be to your liking, but there could be a real benefit to utilising every little feature to reach the best possible agreement with a player you desperately want for your team.