Adam Scott Cited as Key Defensive Midfielder Option

Alan states Adam Scott is one of the outstanding young Premier League players. Nnamugala stresses a defensive midfielder is essential for the system. Nnamugala adds that without such a player, Ryan Gravenberch's role would need adjustment. Gravenberch functions as a box‑to‑box eight who likes advancing. The lack of a holding midfielder leaves no one to stay back when Gravenberch pushes forward. This gap is highlighted in the squad revamp discussion. The comments suggest the club must recruit or develop a defensive midfielder to balance Gravenberch’s forward drive. The next steps will shape the midfield structure.