This happened to me when I went from bronze to silver. I was surprised as all hell when they gave me the gold. It seems like it is hit or miss with them sometimes.
You know I never realized that I was addicted to this game until all of the BS. I want my 4 star team back! Is there any actual info you can give us on why this is happening or what progress has been made on fixing it?
i did the trade one time and got lucky and went through with no gold spent or renegotiations. but after hearing all the headaches others have had it just doesnt seem worth it.