GEERTRUIDA PLAN EXPLAINED

Regis Le Bris has explained how he plans to use versatile Dutchman Lutsharel Geertruida. He's struggled to break into the team since arriving on deadline day, no fault of his own though because the rest of the defence is in such good form! So far, a 31-minute sub appearance against Nottingham Forest was his longest appearance for the club but our football scientist insists that opportunities will come for those who aren't currently starting games.

LATE ARRIVALS ARE TRICKY

"His attitude is really good. With a late signing like him, it's always a little bit more difficult to connect in his strongest position because other players are already generating momentum and this is a positive for us."

VERSATILITY IS IMPORTANT

"I still think Lucha is still a really good centre back but he is really versatile and when we signed him, we felt that his versatility could be very useful for us. He has already shown he can play midfield, right back, he could also play as a centre back in a three or a two. Probably as a left back as well, so now it's a question of momentum."

DEFENSIVE COMPETITION

"It's obvious to say that at the minute, Nordi and Omar are doing really well and before that, Ballard was impressive. The competition is huge which is a positive for everyone, and we know that the season is long so there will be opportunities for everyone."