I'm concerned that Phil may become frustrated at not being played in his favorite position, possibly leading to poor performances. You could see how happy he was in his post match interviews when he finally got a run of games starting from midfield. Not inferring that he'd down tools or anything, really don't believe it's in his character. We all tend to perform better when we're happy doing the job we've been tasked.
For myself, after that run of games, I'd almost feel like that position should have now been mine to lose.
For myself, after that run of games, I'd almost feel like that position should have now been mine to lose.