Think we largely have 2 players for each position when everyone is fit, so the returning Gabriel and Joseph are really helping there.
If we play with 3 upfront, which seems to be the tweak we’re are implementing, with Dembele and Joseph behind Rhodes, then another option who could play either side would be useful, but bringing someone in there will block potential minutes for Apter off. That’s one for Critchley to assess with how much he thinks Apter is ready to come in and hit the standards of a team that needs League 1 promotion quality. There’s also Dale and CJ depending on opposition and if we can afford to lose them as wing back options
The main position I would like another option is the defensive midfield, for when Morgan isn’t playing like Michael Essien reincarnate or Norburn doesn’t fancy playing that week. Carey is a utility player in either the defensive midfield duo or the duo behind the striker. A Claus Jorgensen type there would be ideal, no idea who that player is today though.
Summary: 1 player required for the deeper midfield 2 who can either sit or break forward depending on the circumstances.
Anyone know how much wriggle room we have with the squad limits introduced this season?