Andy Munro looks at Blues’ start to the season.
Blues are off to a good start but, at the same time, have made so many signings I’m losing count. Having said that, they all look good acquisitions but unless Aitor Karanka has got a 1-8-1 formation in mind, we now seem ridiculously
I’m still not sure how Scott Hogan fits in to the manager’s preferred formation but hopefully the availability of Leko will give us a pacey dimension up front, which we currently lack. So what is my opinion of signings so far?
Andres Prieto: A very good option if Etheridge gets injured
Neil Etheridge: A sound and class act between the sticks at last
George Friend: Influential and calm, with a good physical presence
Adam Clayton: A solid player and good organiser in midfield
Mikel San Jose: Looks like he can be a big influence, again with a big physical presence
Jonathan Leko: If he gets up to speed, lightening quick and powerful. The missing link?
Ivan Sanchez: A very tricky customer with a good engine and footballing brain
Riley McGree: Received rave reviews from Aussieland and if he becomes another Tim Cahill we won’t be complaining
Scott Hogan: A great foil for the Juke IF he plays regularly, which may be in doubt.
Finally, my tip for the next exciting prospect to hopefully come through from the stiffs – Amari Miller.