It could work

Obviously relies on the left full back for width, but with Tettey playing he can drop in as a third centre back, while GON is there for sitting in front of a pseudo back three.

Really you want Wes playing behind the striker because he's a waste out on the left. The problem is that the left side could be badly exposed if the opposition overload on that side on a counter when Brady (or whoever) overlaps.

If we want an ultra solid midfield then really the best options are: Brady Tettey GON Howson with Naismith in the hole (not great as a winger, but does his job protecting the full back and is quick and direct on the counter). But for that to happen, we need a new left back to free Brady. I'm not keen on dropping Wes, but if we're going to go back to parking the bus, that would be the best way.

Posted By: Common Sense Police, Jan 24, 11:32:27