Scott129 Posted June 30, 2014 Share Posted June 30, 2014 There's a new video on RamsPlayer of him talking about his rehabilitation from injury, where he sounds very determined to start playing again and begin working his way back into the side. I'd imagine there's a pretty big chip on his shoulder too, having to watch us last season without being able to take part. My question to you guys, though, is where do you think he fits into our squad? Is he first XI competition, just depth or is he deadwood that needs shifting? And, if he does get game time, where does he play? Winger or centre mid? Decent player to have around just for versatility, in my opinion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DCFC1388 Posted June 30, 2014 Share Posted June 30, 2014 Was one of our best players at the start of last season before he got his injury. He will provide good competition for centre midfield with Bryson, Hendrick and Hughes although personally I think he would do a decent job in the holding role. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thierry Ennui Posted June 30, 2014 Share Posted June 30, 2014 Cover at RW but serious competition for CM in the Hughes/Hendrick/Bryson positions, which is easily where he's at his best, I reckon. I'm looking forward to seeing him again and he could flourish under McClaren. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Ramarena Posted June 30, 2014 Share Posted June 30, 2014 Centre mid is the only real place for him in the current formation so looks like he will be back up unless he can displace Hughes, Bryson (if staying) or Hendrick. Pretty handy back up to have though, I have always wondered if he would be able to make the transition to rightback like Forsyth has. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
L_J_DCFC Posted June 30, 2014 Share Posted June 30, 2014 Couttsy got some unnecessary stick not last season but the season before about him not being good without Brayford. The poor guy was playing out of position. He is much better in the centre IMO. Him and Jeff's performance against Brighton was the best midfield display of the season. Strong in the tackle, efficient passing and dominated the whole midfield together. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ambitious Posted June 30, 2014 Share Posted June 30, 2014 After Bryson leaves for 750k and we don't get a replacement in, I imagine he'll be first in line to replace Hendrick or Hughes in the two advanced midfield positions in front of the deep-lying Eustace. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shuff264 Posted June 30, 2014 Share Posted June 30, 2014 Didn't he nearly get goal on the year playing in CM for somebody? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott129 Posted June 30, 2014 Author Share Posted June 30, 2014 Cover at RW but serious competition for CM in the Hughes/Hendrick/Bryson positions, which is easily where he's at his best, I reckon. I'm looking forward to seeing him again and he could flourish under McClaren. I reckon you're right here. He's not really had the chance to impress McClaren either so I'm hoping he grabs the opportunity when he does get it. If Bryson were to leave, I think he'd be very adequate cover for the centre mids. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott129 Posted June 30, 2014 Author Share Posted June 30, 2014 Centre mid is the only real place for him in the current formation so looks like he will be back up unless he can displace Hughes, Bryson (if staying) or Hendrick. Pretty handy back up to have though, I have always wondered if he would be able to make the transition to rightback like Forsyth has. Hmm, interesting idea there. He's certainly got the attributes for it, I reckon (strong in the tackle, likes to get forward, etc.). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Walsall_Ram Posted June 30, 2014 Share Posted June 30, 2014 Coutts will revel in a central role for us. Could never understand why Clough played him wide. He'll be next season's Forsyth. Growth wise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott129 Posted June 30, 2014 Author Share Posted June 30, 2014 Coutts will revel in a central role for us. Could never understand why Clough played him wide. He'll be next season's Forsyth. Growth wise. Do you reckon he'll be starting ahead of Hughes or Hendrick then? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Walsall_Ram Posted June 30, 2014 Share Posted June 30, 2014 Do you reckon he'll be starting ahead of Hughes or Hendrick then? Depends how good of a pre season he has if we're changing tactics/formation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Walsall_Ram Posted June 30, 2014 Share Posted June 30, 2014 I know it means nothing, but he can hit a dead ball too. Something that might push him ahead of a few others. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shuff264 Posted June 30, 2014 Share Posted June 30, 2014 The joys of having a corner make it past the first man Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thierry Ennui Posted June 30, 2014 Share Posted June 30, 2014 #likeanewsigning Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leicester Ram Posted June 30, 2014 Share Posted June 30, 2014 PP's right there, will definitely feel like a new signing. He'll get a few rotational games and such, probably become a regular substitute, will offer the power from CM that Hendrick also provides. I still maintain he could do a Forsyth and become a decent RB. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Walsall_Ram Posted June 30, 2014 Share Posted June 30, 2014 I still maintain he could do a Forsyth and become a decent RB. Would guess that too much hard work graft would have to go into him changing position.. Unless like I stated before in us changing tactics and formation. 3 central with Coutts/Forsyth wing backs. Thorne/Jeff in the middle, Hughes free role behind Martin/Russell. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alph Posted June 30, 2014 Share Posted June 30, 2014 I like Coutts. Always, always tries to make the right pass. Never plays anyone in trouble and would rather take the pressure himself. Only problem is, he sometimes takes a bit long to get his head up and see what's really on. He's tidy and although he may not be preferred over any of our current 3 we've got a 46+ game season ahead. Like has been said, he was played out of position. He did alright Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shuff264 Posted June 30, 2014 Share Posted June 30, 2014 Would guess that too much hard work graft would have to go into him changing position.. Unless like I stated before in us changing tactics and formation. 3 central with Coutts/Forsyth wing backs. Thorne/Jeff in the middle, Hughes free role behind Martin/Russell. 3-5-2 is looking good at WC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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