According to 10 years of Premier League data, the prime age for a midfielder is 25-26, then there is a drop-off after 30.
Davor, Slattery, and Paton are all at their peak with a few good years left, Spittal is at his peak, Miller is just getting started, and Halliday, Easton and Scougall have peaked. Do we need that many midfielders in their early 30s? No. At best, one or two would be worthwhile and experienced additions to the squad.
I'm all for signing local players, but let's not become a convalescent home for the older ones.
https://theathletic.com/2935360/2021/11/15/what-age-do-players-in-different-positions-peak/