Chelsea Banter Archive November 24 2017

24 Nov 2017 11:08:59
Been thinking about our squad, players on loan, academy players and starting 11 and think we are in good shape but looking at a dream starting 11 I came up with 6 nailed on starters leaving 5 places where I feel we could improve over time and wondered on your thoughts?
For me the 6 are. Tibo, Azpi, Christiensen, Kante, Morata and Hazard. Cesc, Alonso, Moses, Rudiger and Bakayoko very good but in dreamland I think they could all be improved on. RLC, Sterling, Musunda, Hudson adoi and Tammy are my stand out youngsters. Thoughts?

24 Nov 2017 12:42:58
I have to agree although I think Rudiger would be a better player if he plays with better players. Cahill has played well last few games so we can’t drop him but Rudiger should replace him sooner or later. Pedro and Willian could also be improved upon but i would love Pedro as a super sub.

24 Nov 2017 22:21:24
Whilst it’s only the newspaper rags and therefore possibly not reliable but apparently Rudiger hasn’t settled well and we’re looking for a replacement.

24 Nov 2017 23:59:15
Personally I haven’t seen that anywhere, which newspaper is that in?

24 Nov 2017 02:01:10
I know this might be unpopular and unlikely but if we do stick to 3-5-2 id love to see us go for Coutinho to replace Cesc. Although he doesn't have the passing range Cesc has he is unbelievably creative and he can shoot from range which is something we haven't had since Frank left. I know Cesc is in good form but I hate watching players who are too slow in midfield. A midfield three of Bakayoko/ RLC, Kante and Coutinho would be a fantastic all round midfield.

24 Nov 2017 06:21:44
I'd actually love to see him here! Don't think it'll ever happen, unfortunately, but still :)

24 Nov 2017 13:39:46
The dream would be to get De Bruyne, this guy would be amazing at 3 people midfield, can easily take fabregas place.

24 Nov 2017 14:50:17
I agree KDB would be awesome!
So close and yet so far!
The benefit of hindsight is a wonderous thing!