Tommy trying to eliminate any competition again
I don’t think Michael is competition though really? Not as a single and not if he coupled up with anyone else, possibly if he got back with Amber but I think it’s gone past the point that would get them popularity/votes now surely? Amber and Ovie are stronger competition together, and Michael staying has the chance to scupper that so would be in Tommy’s best interests at this point.
Though in fairness he wouldn’t really know how it’s all playing out to the viewers.