Matthew Le God

Why wouldn't it work in the Championship given we'd have a higher quality of player vs the majority of opponents? Or if we return to the PL and if we finally sort out our recruitment under the potentially soon-to-arrive Johannes Spors overseeing it?

Juric's style is faster, significantly faster than Martin's. We are a lost cause whatever we do with this squad. That doesn't mean three at the back is a bad idea.

5 points for Martin

Slow Martinball was disastrous. Juric's football is a lot quicker. We just lack PL quality in many areas whatever formation or style of play we use.

Why is that relevant?

Why? The issue isn't the formation, the issue is the quality of the players in the formation. Teams are capable of getting a back three formation to work effectively, but sadly not us (yet).

The idea of using VAR isn't the issue, it is the people using it. If the Premier League hired the best officials from around the world then VAR would be significantly better. Instead, they largely stick to English referees.

So that it ends like this?

On loan, then signed by Bournemouth for £20m https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/40454293

Juric confirmed that is what they are looking to do with Bazunu, so it is more than just a rumour. Can also add Juric has said they are looking to loan out Amo-Ameyaw and Taylor (press linked him to Hull City).

All part of the masterplan!

Up to 8th place, 5 points away from 3rd (playoff place)

Another win!

The BBC have Brereton Díaz on the left in a 4231 with Tom Cannon as the central player.

Saints winning 1-0 currently vs Chelsea

A good save is a good save regardless of the level of football.

Two great saves from Bazunu so far.

Saints u21s vs Chelsea live on YouTube at 7pm https://www.youtube.com/live/NWAutKh6w5o

No longer at the club (which is a shame), but sold for a healthy profit.

Andre Garcia as a 16/17 year old this season has played roughly 20 League One games, so is already ahead of most of his age group for experience.

I did read the entire post. Saying you don't have something and then later saying you do... is a contradiction! Bad habit #219 for @Holmes_and_Watson and @Saint86

6 foot 3 Lesley Ugochukwu 🤔

Juric confirmed in the press conference yesterday they are looking to loan Bazunu out.