Fired up for the season + Right Back Perspectives
I feel like (while fun) we are getting a bit into Evertoncirclejerk territory on the right back situation. Yes we need depth, yes the O’Brien experience needs to come to an end, but Rohl is a phenomenal fit for that position. Very much looks like garner out there and Jimmy G will be back soon. first 60 against Newcastle and Lille were awesome. I’m excited for rohl and honestly think he outperforms munoz over the course of a season (if healthy). he needs game time and the midfield is clogged.
on the right, if we’re going to have an attacker like tyrique George we need a more defensive minded rb. tons of upside but he often loses the ball in a scary transition setting which can lead to chances. vitaly 1:1 is quite good. personally I hope anzou doesn’t see the pitch in a competitive match for that reason, he’s getting skinned every 15 min of open play. only way he remotely works is if skillman or a grealish type player is in front of him who doesn’t turn the ball over in space (ie turnover is a throw or foul). and we can’t rely on that.
this is all driven by the fact that I saw our excitment levels are 18th in the league. Cmon, WAKE UP BOYS! New Stadium, Reasonable owners, exciting new players joining, stacked midfield, Barry looks up for it, not afraid of relegation…I’m ready to be hurt all over again.