11 Jan 2018 20:53:11
Got a question regarding transfer policy, one of the eds stated something along lines of there's no decision on on conte's future as he may wish to move on so they have back up plans and shortlist's constantly being updated. does this affect or slow down who we bring in. conte likes 352/ 343 formations so he would identify targets to fit that formation and those roles, would the club hold back on certain players until either conte committed longer term or they knew who his replacement was. Or in fact have the club got there own targets who they will expect the coach / manager to integrate into system .,
11 Jan 2018 21:17:35
The club generally buy the players with input from Conte (the head coach) . Personally if there is any reticence by the board it would likely be over defensive reinforcements imo. Only because the next coach may wish to play a back 4 which would mean we’d have too many CB’s or any wingbacks we buy might not be great fullbacks etc. Whereas attacking players will generally fit most formations, it would just be whether their qualities/ skills suit the tactics of potential coaches.
12 Jan 2018 03:02:23
Conte likes 424 also, but don't pay too much attention to formations. Players have roles more than positions.
Chelsea will be back firing in about a months time, quality depth and additions are needed.