Nah. Whilst Saka is great as an assist-man, I don’t see anything in his game that suggests he could operate as a CAM at the level required like what Odegaard does for us when he’s at his best.
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It comes from doubts about the physical level - strength of body and ball striking - of both Odegaard and Nwaneri. Saka is superior in both these aspects, which is invaluable to midfield roles. Saka can do the hard work tracking back and long range shots, the dribbling and link up play.
The key is allowing Nwaneri a path to first team.
Of course, Odegaard could have another great season and we’ll be happy to keep him for the foreseeable. But there could be a long term plan if the links to a Madueke type signing are legitimate.
Fair point tbh. Wouldn’t we lose Ode’s ability to play a killer through ball if we had Saka in that spot instead?
That said, I do think that this season is instrumental for Ode; if he can’t cut the mustard again, then I think we’re due a change.
Passing would be an area for development.
Watching us last season, he has lost that killer through ball. We were wank.
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Hopefully nothing serious that led to him having to come off today.