I don't think the Gana replacement will be like for like and I don't think I want it to be. Gana is very good at what he does which is harrying the opposition and winning tackles but this leads to him being out of position a lot of the time.
I think I'd prefer a proper screen for the defence, like a Matic or Fernandinho (obviously we won't get anyone of their standard) who intercept rather than tackle based on reading the game and being in the right position at the right time while also being able to play.
In other words, that mystical "8" that Silva wants.
I think I'd prefer a proper screen for the defence, like a Matic or Fernandinho (obviously we won't get anyone of their standard) who intercept rather than tackle based on reading the game and being in the right position at the right time while also being able to play.
In other words, that mystical "8" that Silva wants.