Think we shouldn’t think so much in terms of a starting XI and backups but just have options for tactical/fitness reasons.
If we make 0 signings we have Gravenberch, Jones, Mac Allister, Szoboszlai, Endo, Bajcetic and Nyoni. Obviously major question marks over Bajcetic and Endo hasn’t played a lot under Slot. I think we need a minimum of 1 new signing for midfield.
But probably the wrong thread to discuss more apologies.
Everything good he did was within the width of the box. Wherever he starts, within the width of the box is where he is effective. Has a free role for Germany it seems.
He should have freedom when he plays for us too. Having movement and playing against Finland helps of course.
Since they are often seen together lately, it might have just developed that way; the Premier League players surely have some sort of “carpool Arrangement” or share a room there. (Havertz, Wirtz, Woltemade)
Some of those slapped into the water are more painful than a tackle but they seemed fine. They better don’t roll around on the ground with a little bit of contact.