Ronald Koeman discussion

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Jonte said:
Seems a retrograde step, I know, but until we can establish some order of semblance about the place, I would also go with a good old 4-4-2 and a long ball game, to take some pressure off the defence and the midfield too, to some extent.

It would give time for our new midfielders to settle in and help Williams back to what he does best: some old style defending.

The problem is: who’s your target man up-front? I like DCL, but in the Premiership, he has at times proved a little lightweight, although I’d still give him a bit-part role to mix it up a bit. No, and in the absence of an out-and-out striker, I’d be bold and go for Mori who is both strong and brave in the air, and not abashed to wandering forwards during his past playing time when warranted, especially since he doesn’t seem to figure in a defensive role anymore.

Couple this with plenty of crosses into the box, especially with the hopefully not too distant returns of Bolasie and Coleman, they’ll be plenty to keep our opponents’ midfield and defenders busy, and with all those balls pinging about in their box, Rooney, Gylfi and whoever else might be lurking, should chip in with a couple of goals each.

Trouble is, Koeman’s only here to put himself in the shop window, and knowing that the likes of Barca won’t be impressed, he’s unlikely to be brave enough to make such a bold managerial decision.

Ah well, back to more of the same........
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Could you do a team formation for me please mate, with Mori as the centre forward ?.

I like your left field thinking, but would need to see how you set the rest of the team up around him, before giving a definitive answer.
 


Furey1878 said:
The time hath come, Ronald. Show us what you're made of.
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COYBL25 said:
Could you do a team formation for me please mate, with Mori as the centre forward ?.

I like your left field thinking, but would need to see how you set the rest of the team up around him, before giving a definitive answer.
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Defence: Coleman(when fit), Williams and Jags or Keane and Jags, Bainsey.

Midfield: Bolasie, Lennon ( both together or alternatively); Sigurdson or Ross (I’d make him wanna play for us); with Gueye and/or Mo (yes, Besic) and/or McCarthy and/or Davies - I’d even give Jonjo a go as he’s got the desire many haven’t.

Schneiderlin and Klassen, respectfully, can do one as it’s going to get nasty.

And, of course, the Omni-present Rooney playing just off - I’d decide whereabouts ‘just off’ on an ad hoc basis.

Mori (our Saviour): Centre forward.

Instructions to midfielders apart from Gylfi, Ross and Rooney: Take no prisoners!

That said: Plenty of pressing and at least five tackles each (including Pickford).

Note to wingers: You don’t need to waste time getting to the byline, just lift it into the box - keep the other side busy.

Note to sexy-football loving supporters:

We haven’t earned the right to play football yet, this season.

This won’t be pleasant to watch, and man to man marking will pretty much kill the game. However, our passion and drive will rekindle the crowds and make sides terrified of coming to Goodison and even more so when we play away ( the consequently dire performances of their over paid shrinking violets will cause the home fans to riot!).

And of course, the inevitable eclectic mix of nil-nil draws and 2-1 wins, will serve to steady the ship, until we enjoy better times again.

If you’re reading this, Ronald, feel free to plagiarise.

Come back Barry Horne.
 

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