Big window next month, but we've gotta go shopping, as there's plenty we need.
We have defensive frailties, yes, but they're not doing TOO badly, all things considered, and with Bennett and Currie returning in January, one quality CB is all we really need.
A lot of our defensive problems though are due to not having an effective midfield lynchpin, so they are consistently left exposed and under siege. A quality defensive lynchpin, to do what Vaulks was supposed to do, would be very beneficial, otherwise Cam's gonna have to play there, which would be fine, he's very capable in that role, but then we'll lose his influence higher up the pitch.
In which case we'll need to bring in a box to box midfielder, if Cam's gonna play the quarterback role.
But what we REALLY need is attacking, creative players, both centrally and in wide areas. It's ABSOLUTELY VITAL if we are to do more than just try to stay in games, and actually aim to get on the front foot and take the game to the opposition, and WIN games.
We'll need to lose a bit of deadwood first, Nelson has unfortunately gone, Ebiowei can go, Thorniley could be at least loaned out somewhere, as could Goodwin if he's not gonna get more chances, and if Edwards doesn't prove his fitness this month, then for me, he's a goner as well.
And some will disagree, but Phillips, for all his quality, looks like his legs have completely gone at this level, a bit like Henry last season, so he's another who might be at risk for me.
But I'd like to see 5 signings:
Centre back
Midfield lynchpin
Attacking midfielder
Winger (capable of playing both sides)
Striker
A big ask to do all that in one month, I know, but if we're gonna stay up, in my opinion, that's what we need. AND THEY ALL NEED TO BE FULLY FIT, MATCH SHARP, AND READY TO HIT THE GROUND RUNNING!!
Not much to ask is it?
