Agree but we weren't far off despite all the issues we've had this season, which have been regurgitated on this thread ad nauseam. There is clearly room for optimism next season, because when Critchley gets it right, we are impressive - it just needs to happen more frequently next season. Obviously we need strikers, but Critchley needs to self assess as well and be more flexible with his approach. That said, I don't think flexibility is his strength as he prefers to proceed with a fixed plan. That being the case he needs to move out of his "comfort zone" more often to succeed and if he is unable to do that, he WILL fall on his sword - Sadler isn't stupid, he just won't do anything knee jerk like some of the numpties on here would like.