Qwiss definitely agree with this. he doesn't rise above 'can do a job there' when it comes to the 6 position at a TOP club. I feel he's been a bit limited playing there for england and West ham. he's got an understated skill level, in that he looks awkward when he gets forward but he's pretty effective. I actually think there's more potential to unlock by freeing him up a bit more, and allowing him to break up play and drive forward as often as possible. in our system the 6 role doesn't really permit too much of that
in saying that, the midfield roles could evolve quickly once 1-2 class midfielders come in and bring different qualities to the table. our current approach is dictated by the strengths and weaknesses of guys like partey and xhaka. that approach could change if rice and caicedo come in
