For me Parker is by far more effective as a defensive midfielder. And by far better than Butt at it. I think it says it all about Roeder's managerial ability when he asked Parker at the start of the season to play a more attack minded role. :roll: Parker's best attributes are defensive, not attacking. In his Charlton days he was better at attacking but now his game is different.
I wish if Roeder would just let Parker defend and protect the defence, something which he did brilliantly last season. He should have never asked Parker to change his role in the team.
So you use stats whenever it suits you? :roll: