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[cnyy12]

I'd say if we go to one striker it would be in a 4-3-3. I don't think we go to 4-2-3-1.

With the exception of Keane, we are very well suited to go to a 4-3-3. Which of our players would not be perfectly suited for a spot in such a formation? How many times on this forum have we said that our midfielders would be great if only they played in a 4-3-3 so their strengths would be apparent, and they could mask each others weaknesses? Gio has always played in a 4-3-3, and Bent (I'm pretty sure) has as well, and both played well in them. Obviously, I think that whatever we are trying to do will become more apparent as we see exits and entries, but I suspect that we will see some attacking 4-3-3 this year.

--------------------------GK-------------------
Chimb/Hutton King Woody Bale/Gilberto/Lee

---Jenas/Steed---Hudd/Zoko---Modric----

-Lennon---------Berbatov/Bent-----------Gio

 

[KeaneIsKeane]

I'd be curious to see Berbatov up front alone with good attacking options around him. His ability to hold the ball up and bring the others into play would be sublime. But I have a feeling we'll want to play counter attacking football, which is more suited for a striker with pace leading the line alone like Bent or Eto'o. I agree a 4-3-3 might not be a terrible choice. A Zokora/Jenas/Hudd midfield would be great with Modric and Gio supporting the lone striker.

 

[KeaneIsKeane]

Also for those who have Veloso in their sights. He's going to cost 23-25m probably. I don't think we have that kind of cash to splash. Maybe if we get rid of Berbatov still, but who knows.