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Oct 16, 2021Liked by Solace B Chukwu

Yes, from day one I saw more of an sedolf and Paul ince qualities in him, it's a pity Chelsea academy coaches haven't explored/work on that, perhaps cause he isn't an English national,but his qualities are football elite.

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Oct 14, 2021Liked by Solace B Chukwu

Beautiful piece!

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Oct 9, 2021Liked by Solace B Chukwu

Interesting suggestion! But we know Rohr lacks the intelligence to ever try it. Definitely worth a try.

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Oct 8, 2021Liked by Solace B Chukwu

I can't even imagine Rohr doing that, he's not the type of coach that take risk. One way manager that stuck with his same style/tactics often times regardless of the opposition

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Oct 7, 2021Liked by Solace B Chukwu

Fascinating idea. Very bold of the author to even suggest it. That said, this is Gernot Rohr gentlemen, he’s a master at listening to nothing but the voices in his own head. Should he try this? Absolutely. Will he? Ah well..!

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Haha. It says a lot that this has been the common refrain to the suggestion. We've all come to understand Rohr's unadventurous ways.

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Oct 7, 2021Liked by Solace B Chukwu

This is interesting. I hope Gernot Rohr tries it.

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Oct 7, 2021Liked by Solace B Chukwu

Unfortunately, based on what we have seen from Mr Rohr historically, he is more likely to rinse and repeat his previous practices. I am genuinely intrigued with this Ola Aina idea but I wouldn’t hold my breath. This makes me think of the Bayern fullback Phillip Lahm, who would at times be placed in a midfield role to great effect.

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You're correct: Rohr's antecedents do not suggest he would be open to trying this. Just wanted to put across what I believe is possible. And yes, Lahm did cross my mind while writing.

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