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The problem with the back 3 theory is that none of Christie or Ioannou/Blackett are really wing backs. Sure they may like to push forward as part of a back 4 and Blackett at least is meant to have a decent cross but that is very different from being a wing back.
I would say only Ribeiro at the club is really suited to the role and you question how long he will be here given the recent signings.
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Christie has played that role many times and suits. I agree on paper riberio is ideal for the role but I actually think one who is ideally suited is Ameobi. I know some will laugh at that!
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I think if we were changing to 352 he'd have done it already. I suspect it'll be 442 next week or perhaps even same again (although surely he has to change things around)
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With what we know - plus likely departures - my best view is the following ( 3:5:2 ) starting X1 within a few weeks:
Samba
Christie
Soh
McKenna
Ioannou
Blackett
Lolley
Colback
Freeman
Taylor
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TPL i like that but i would go wozza for blackett
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Nope - they’re full backs / wing backs.
And both Lolley & Freeman can add width.
Anyway there is no way Sabri will listen to me.