So many times last season we conceded possession on the edge of the opposition box which with our existing midfield often turned into a direct chance on goal. Short term solution is to employ someone who will stop that happening. It’s just a way of turning some of those narrow losses into wins.

I think it will help Son as well, this period has weighed heavy on him, has been overplayed for at least 18 months due to the lack of alternatives and looks short of confidence (probably lacks the explosive pace now, so need to get him in less 1:1 standing starts and play him in with through balls)