Rohl's idea of a 21-22 man first team with 6-8 academy players feeding in changes the maths. If that's the blueprint, we can't just sign bodies for each position. Versatility becomes the premium; cover in two or three spots is worth twice as much as a one-trick signing.
Covering a few positions matters more than you think
To be fair, you can see why people talk about a left-hand centre who can also do left-back, or full-backs who can slot inside. If we can get players who are comfortable across a couple of roles, the squad depth issue eases up. One defender who can play RB and RCB, for example, is more useful than two fringe players who only do one job each. It's tidy business management, and it suits a smaller, sharper group.
Why the number 6 is a priority
The number 6 stands out here. A proper holding mid who reads the game, covers the back line and starts forward moves gives the rest of the team licence to get upfield. If we're aiming to play the kind of pressing, high-tempo stuff we've seen at times, that sitting midfielder who can recycle possession and pick the line-breaking pass is invaluable. It's less about flashy stats and more about balance and structure.
How other moves affect necessities
Whether Curtis coming back affects Moore is a fair question — it might, it might not. Either way, we'd still look at wing options; a LW/RW who can interchange is handy. And if a couple of players walk out the door, that will dictate how many signings are actually needed. Truth is, if we recruit intelligently — favouring multi-positional players and someone to run beyond the striker — we probably won't need a glut of new faces. The odd specialist will be required, but with a smaller squad plan, versatility and the number 6 matter most.
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