If Wayne is going to be out for several months, as is being reported, the need suddenly becomes urgent. I think Butland would be a good shout - plenty of experience, well known to Roy and, I would guess, at a pretty reasonable price given less than one year on his contract and no longer no 1 at Stoke. I seem to recall, not so many years ago, Stoke wanted £20m+ when he was very highly rated. Now, a deal might well suit all parties.

I imagine that Butland naturally has very good ‘basics’ to his game but these might have become lost along the way over recent years whilst being at Stoke, becoming de-skilled.

If he came here, the coaching team could work with him alongside playing with a higher calibre of player which might be fruitful and we could end up with a quality ‘keeper on our hands!

I’d be very happy with this if true.
No question in my view that Butland is a significant improvement on Hennessy.

Looks like he's on his way.

My equalibrium unbalanced me. Paul Draper Brighton 19/2/2018

I am informed that Butland has a big presence, has a calming influence and doesn't get flustered in big game scenarios.He is right-footed but gets good distance clearing the ball with his left foot.
Tony Pulis signed him for Stoke.

I haven't followed his career since he dropped out of the PL, but Kevin Phillips (who coached him at Stoke) reckons he's a liability, which is a bit concerning: [Link]

It makes me question whether £4m is a steal if he is not even deemed good enough for Stoke. Maybe a move will bring out the best in him, or maybe we'll end up with someone even less reliable than Wayne.