- Aug 30, 2010
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Well Hojbjerg isn't a DM, so yes... a dedicated deep lying midfield destroyer would be just the ticket.
What I really like is that his profile says he's comfortable at CB. That would allow us to have him drop into a back 3 with both wingbacks pushing up when we're in possession. 433 effectively becomes 343 with plenty of width. We were really good with that kind of fluid setup under Poch but then reverted to a much more rigid 4213 formation which, IMO, is when the wheels began to come off. Being able to switch formations on the hoof is such a great thing to be able to do, but you need the right players. Palhinha looks like he could be one.