Ditto. Felt he struggled against Arsenal in the pre-season, albeit that was alongside Fernando. Had a decent match with little to do for me, good passion, good in the air, but won't be good enough against stronger teams - what happens to him when Kompany & Otamendi are fit is my question, backup left back, first choice left back, 4th choice CB, starting CB or sold? Still seems up in the air.No, I think if we were forced to defend deep he may struggle more or if teams played long balls over the top to expose his pace on the turn. But you are right he looks up for it-looked a leader, fitter, leaner and that is to his credit.