According to Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso, record signing Morgan Rogers could discover his absolute best form by operating from the left-hand side of the pitch.
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Subscribe Sekarang →The Blues are currently preparing to face Western Sydney Wanderers in Australia for their pre-season opener, though Rogers will miss the tour after representing England at the World Cup.
The 117 million pound playmaker was brought in to be a focal point of the squad, and Alonso addressed the tactical possibilities during a press conference on Monday.
Alonso noted his flexibility, stating "I think that one of his best qualities is that he's flexible" while acknowledging his capability in central areas as a number 10.
However, the Spanish coach emphasized a preference for the left flank, explaining that "coming from that position, we are playing that he feels that he's enjoying his game, that he feels his flow."
Statistics support Alonso's tactical vision, as Rogers delivered prolific numbers when cutting inside from the left during his time with Aston Villa.
Alonso is anticipated to alternate between tactical formations like the 4-2-3-1 and 3-4-2-1, potentially opening the door for Rogers to challenge wingers such as Pedro Neto, Estevao Willian, and Jamie Gittens.