It's possible but I think people underestimate just how hard it is for centrebacks to do what we've seen from Stones in there. Akanji is quite competent on the ball but playing in there versus Sevilla he looked like a fish out of water.Wondering with his great qualities including pass accuracy and range, positing, winning ball back and energy , could he be the answer to that DM problem, and rotate with Rodri? I am aware of the wonderful job John does there when employed but just feel this lad can offer a whole new range of skills at this position too!
He will, in time. He is 21 and in a new league. From what we have seen from him thus far, he will become one of the fundamental pieces of the Man City puzzle for the next (hopefully) 10+ years.Wondering with his great qualities including pass accuracy and range, positing, winning ball back and energy , could he be the answer to that DM problem, and rotate with Rodri? I am aware of the wonderful job John does there when employed but just feel this lad can offer a whole new range of skills at this position too!
You’re right you can’t just assume someone can switch to midfield just because they’re good on the ball( look at Trent). I do think this lad will in time though.It's possible but I think people underestimate just how hard it is for centrebacks to do what we've seen from Stones in there. Akanji is quite competent on the ball but playing in there versus Sevilla he looked like a fish out of water.
You’re right you can’t just assume someone can switch to midfield just because they’re good on the ball( look at Trent). I do think this lad will in time though.
Definitely. We missed him today and it was definitely on show despite the (phenomenal) result. For me, if fit, he has to play.Joško you are massive.
Our left side today , not so great.
Way weaker ,both in attack and defence