Whilst its probably true that Wilf isnt as effective as he was in his younger years I think we also have to acknowledge that the opposition clubs have had several years to gauge his talents, strengths, the level of danger that he brings & produce a working plan to nullify him - to me this is where CG could really be beneficial, the opposition target Wilf ( as the known threat) Wilf instead of dribbling / step overs etc threads the ball to Conor who now has space

In a Viera, system it is very likely Wilf, won’t be quiet the wild card he has had to be for seasons now.
As he gets older this may well suit him anyway, it’s essential for there to be more cohesion shown in our attacking play and that is harder to achieve if Wilf, is being the lone marauder. In particular if he is giving the ball away to often.

Edited by Putitout (30 Aug 2021 1.19pm)

Agree with this

Wilf will likely have quite a different role not least because we will be playing the ball through the middle much more and not using him as the inevitable release ball. He's going to see far less possession and when he gets it it will be as often as not against a set defence and not one in retreat from a break.

Also think it notable how many aerial duels Benteke won. I'm seeing it as quite likely that we will be looking to use Tekkers aerial threat far more this season - not something that was a preoccupation under Roy really unless it was to hold the ball up. This in turn might turn Wilf into more of a provider than finisher. Yes, his role in the first goal was indirect but that might he where is used primarily unless Mitchell really does turn into a wingback and push him inside to an inside left role.

No, although not sure he was happy on right against Brentford