He wouldn’t replace Eze, but I’d be wary of writing Kosta off. He seems to be in great condition! He’s just led the line to the first NZ victory over a Latin American team.
I think he might still have a couple of A league seasons in him at least. I didn’t see much of his play at WSW, but a lot of good players like Mata and Kraev were unable to make much of an impression for that seemingly stacked team.
As for the team above- It’s exciting. I think LKH is a much better LCB than a LB. He was impressive at CB for NZ. I’m a bit worried now about our depth at RB and midfield. This might be the season we see Roa-Conchie break through. He’s worked a lot with Greenie.
I’d be happy to have a strong defensive import who could play CB, FB, 6 or even 8, if that’s possible. Salas/Sakai/ Boxall/Manny Muscat-esque type…probably aiming to play them as a replacement for Rufer.
Edit: I think I’d almost rather trust Piper and LBS as one of the forwards and try and sign a Verstaete level signing, plus a strong utility, who would replace Payne. Neither Sheridan or Loke, while both promising players, were top drawer FBs yet last season. Possibly one import striker, plus Kosta or Piper or a local player might be okay, if the defense is solid. 4 goals and 4 assists is a decent return from Piper last season.
I think he might still have a couple of A league seasons in him at least. I didn’t see much of his play at WSW, but a lot of good players like Mata and Kraev were unable to make much of an impression for that seemingly stacked team.
As for the team above- It’s exciting. I think LKH is a much better LCB than a LB. He was impressive at CB for NZ. I’m a bit worried now about our depth at RB and midfield. This might be the season we see Roa-Conchie break through. He’s worked a lot with Greenie.
I’d be happy to have a strong defensive import who could play CB, FB, 6 or even 8, if that’s possible. Salas/Sakai/ Boxall/Manny Muscat-esque type…probably aiming to play them as a replacement for Rufer.
Edit: I think I’d almost rather trust Piper and LBS as one of the forwards and try and sign a Verstaete level signing, plus a strong utility, who would replace Payne. Neither Sheridan or Loke, while both promising players, were top drawer FBs yet last season. Possibly one import striker, plus Kosta or Piper or a local player might be okay, if the defense is solid. 4 goals and 4 assists is a decent return from Piper last season.