I actually think having a weak back four effects the confidence of the whole team. It’s as though they know that we will concede at least a goal or two no matter how we play.
I think having Laporte back will help but only a complete overhaul will solve the issue. Take a look at those first PL title winning teams....fuck me we were good....and supremely confident.
The press was harder and we were not as vulnerable on the break or when we lost possession in our half as we were last night leading to all three goals.