Quote Originally Posted by Gnojek View Post
Using simple maths, I assume the basic premise of the 25-man squad rule is to allow for up to 3 x keepers, plus 22 or 23 x outfield players to cover the other 10 x positions. In other words, a minimum of four centre backs. How the hell have we therefore got into a position where we only have 3 x natural centre backs in the squad, one of which is 34-years old?

I said it at the start of the season and I'll say it again. I wouldn't have included Kadeem in the squad, as we have plenty of alternatives to what he can offer. I'd also have been tempted to take the risk and not include Murphy. He was never going to feature unless there was a freak run of injuries. Those two places have basically been wasted. Surely a young, up-and-coming centre back would have added a better balance to the squad?
If we have to turn to Harris or Healey, we're in trouble. They've been included instead of a fourth centre back, when we've been playing our first choice three in most games, and our back up right back is made of glass. It was a stupid decision at the time and it really hasn't aged well.