My point about RvP's goal record was that it was good enough to suggest he would push on from then. I didn't mention it to suggest he was no good.
It doesn't matter if they were full seasons or not. The fact is, his goal to game ratio (which is as reflective a stat as any), however you want to spin it was 1 in 2 for 2 years and is now 1 in 1. That is a decent ratio over a considerable amount of games and counting now....
It can be argued it is actually harder to have 1 in 2 over an injury hit season because you don't necessarily get a run in the side.
Having said that, it is my view that he would be a reasonable gamble to take. You're welcome to conclude of your own devices that the gamble is too great and wouldn't try to convince you otherwise considering.
But I am curious to know who you actually think we should be chasing as a forward to slay all before him on the world stage.