Colos Short and Curlies

Gordon needs a couple of goals, can see the logic in sticking him upfront rather than Osula this week.

Zola then Vialli

could see why Howe put him upfront when Isak went off, a couple of scrappy goals will do him the world of good. Would still rather see Barnes one on for him and not Murphy though

don’t think he is, HBA was stupid talented, in the top 5 most naturally gifted players we’ve had. It was the mental aspect and coaches we had at the time that limited his output. Isak is the better player as he has the mental aspect screwed on right but talent wise it’s bloody close.

which is also borne out by the relative increase in squad values vs purchase price. We’ve had to pay first xi prices for pretty much every position on the pitch.

Keep it tight first leg and we’ll do em at home

More positive is that the uptick isn't just an accident from persevering with the same thing. We've tweaked the midfield and from nowhere the set pieces have some variety.

Away first and then potentially have something to chase at SJP second leg or first leg at home and hopefully have something to hold onto away? Think I'd go the first option

genuinely thought Murphy was going to do it at the weekend

of course quite possible that the slow down in intensity this season is in part down to JBs input

What’s the reason for Razer not doing the comms recently?

Ditto, it was a choice of Bruno or Barnes.

you must be pretty worried seeing where you are before he left

Id compromise with our keeper and centre backs where experience is key. younger players who can develop and potentially sold in all other areas.

A cf is exactly where we need to be going abroad for. DCL has premier league experience but his stats do not tally to his price tag