The noises are we’re trying to get him a loan and he hasn’t been included in the match day squads. I’d guess Howe’s had a look at him now and decided he can’t work with him. He was always brought in as a PSR makeweight so nothing disappointing, Trafford a definite upgrade

Expecting quite a few changes against Forest (starts for Willock, Barnes, Miggy, Tripps, maybe even Osula etc) but yeah the Spurs game will be the one to kickstart the season before the international break

I think have Krafth next to him rather than Schar affected his game. Certainly on the right, the old Tripps to Miggy overlap for Mig to cut in on his left has gone out the window - will see if it returns if we get an upgraded left footed RW

Gotta say didn’t seem the priority given what we need at CB and RW in the starting XI, but perhaps it’s a deal too good not to do right now. Also could be one of the caveats of Bruno staying - “give me captaincy, sign a number 6” it’s pretty clear he prefers being higher up the pitch given a chance

He’s not looked great at Chelsea, but then neither has Mudryk who Arsenal were willing to spend big money on too. Like you say Mitchell knows what he’s about and he was clearly on the radar for us last summer and with some Howe coaching, he could get back to the form that saw him win those 5 🇫🇷 caps

I think the lack of Trippier’s full preseason mixed with Tino’s form gives Tino the nod, but you’re right I wouldn’t be surprised if KT starts either

If he does, then he’ll play BDB at LB, cos I don’t see a scenario of Howe not starting Burn. Kelly’s looked good tbf, but Hall deserves to start and i think he will 🤞🏽