City Raider
Well-Known Member
I disagree. I think we need to play Clichy as the clear 1st choice and let him find some form. On top form he is one of the best in the prem and it would be difficult to find a clear cut better player. I’m not a Kolarov fan but as a back up we could do worse – Angelino will come in for the latter part of this season and ready to step up for next season.
We need to designate a midfield player to cover the left side behind sterling and to drop in to left back when Clichy goes forward – Barry used to do this. Delph is the man for this role. He is left footed and would sit nicely in that hole with Dinho on the right side. Yaya in central midfield and the front 3 picks it’s self. Formation and discipline is a big part of our left side problem as we have left sided players in Sterling and Silva who fantastic but will always bomb forward when we are in possession.
I understand your points but I've seen enough of Clichy and Kolarov to stick to my opinion.
They are of course ok for most of our games but I struggle to think of too many times against top class opposition where either have had the impact we need, especially away from home.
We dine at the top table in pretty much every position, full back is such a crucial one and we've not got it right.
PS - really enjoyed the kids today - what a future some have