What now on the left?

OTHER Elias Cobbaut immediately felt: this is not good. He was not yet down well or immediately followed the familiar turning movement: substitution. Because it is unclear how long Milic is out, the question arises: what Friday on the left?


The most logical solution is Kenny Saief, but the American has been struggling for some time and is still doubtful for the game against Mouscron. Then there is Francis Amuzu. Amuzu is, as an attacker, not really used to defend, yet a requirement in this system as a left midfielder, but he has certainly made progress in the last 10 months under Vanhaezebrouck.

If Milic gets fit, Vanhaezebrouck could also put Appiah a bit higher. This will provide more defensive stability, but less attacking impulses.

The best option would then be Andy Najar. Najar is polyvalent and can contribute both defensively and offensively. Although it remains to wait for his physical readiness