I wondered (apart from his injury record) why Koeman (who's a shrewd judge) would see him as disposable. I thought it was likely to be a formational change that left him surplus to requirements or the purchase of someone who fulfilled his role better. But it's also possible he's lost something since his injuries last season.
If we pursue this, the medical will be critical imo.

Yes because that's how football works , couldn't be that Koeman doesn't fancy him because he doesn't suite the style of player he wants or any number of reasons!!! McCarthy is very much a no frills midfielder who keeps his passing simple keeping possession and works very hard, but isn't that creative , very similar to McCarthur in my opinion , so in terms of creativity he isn't the answer , but if we want to strengthen the middle and perhaps move cabaye further upfield he is though , would be a good replacement for Jedi.

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Take two players out of that starting midfield and I think we look pretty weak, so strength in depth is still an issue there. I'd definitely have him.

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Not sure whether McCarthy is a DM, or a creative playmaker, or a bit of both?

Too good for west brom, we don't get a mention but a relegated club like Newcastle are the best option haha this kids is why you shouldn't believe half the crap written in football now. Give it a day and this will be cited as gospel and he's going to Newcastle lmao.