How is the free guy pointless?
You train him to 39% before the end of the season, spending no rest packs. Once at 39% you hold him there by training for a special ability or another position.
When the new season starts the player drops to 19%. But 19% is 99% four levels below you. Player sells through negotiations, and even if it's for only 1 token it's 1 token that has cost you nothing to earn.
How is the free guy pointless?