I agree, he does make a couple of serious mistakes each game, but I find he makes up for it by being very tidy, tireless, winning balls in the air and doing some very good defensive work.
Mandi was similar in that he gave the ball away needlessly, he was probably more creative than Matti but he tired way too early every game.
Speaking of midfielders, any news about Rufer?
Listed in the extended squad but will need to pass late fitness test.