08 Aug 2026 09:55:06
We have a lot of rumours and links to players but if we just focus on the current squad for the moment:
Who do you think will play upfront when Isak is carefully rested between games?
And judging by what the manager said thankfully that Ryan won't be like a holding midfielder as he's qualities are driving wit the ball making things happen who do u think will play deeper
08 Aug 2026 10:32:03
Cody will be striker cover until Hugo is fit.
08 Aug 2026 10:43:49
If that's the case, the only options to play deeper than Grav would be Endo and maybe Nyoni.
I expect Szobo to be in the double pivot so it'd be one of these options:
1. Grav with Szobo, no one sits.
2. Nyoni with Szobo (Grav rotates Szobo).
3. Endo with Szobo (Grav rotates Szobo).
4. New CDM with Szobo (Grav rotates Szobo).
I think a lot is still up in the air in terms of the midfield, so not sure.
As for Isak, Gakpo rotates with him at CF. If Gakpo goes and Barcola gets signed, I can see him playing false 9 at times when Isak needs a rest.
08 Aug 2026 11:04:44
I heard Mbaye can also play across the front 3 and even Munoz, if that is the case, I expect rotation (assuming Mbaye signs).
I have liked the look of Loukas this preseason, but then, looking up his stats, his output has been very low.
Such a shame about Danns injury problems these past couple of years, as I think he would be knocking on the door.
08 Aug 2026 11:09:30
Nyoni weighs about 5 stone. Far too light for the PL.
08 Aug 2026 11:33:05
Jari, that's if we don't sell him.