Time for a Christmassy player review. First up: keepers. Areola is really really good at stopping goals go in. He concedes on average 0.27 goals per 90 less compared to an 'average' keeper. What a signing this guy has been.

(Data by FBref & Statsbomb)
Centrebacks next. Judging defenders with numbers is always tricky, and I don't think these metrics do the upgrade justice. Style of play changing has likely had an impact on these numbers too.
Centrebacks next. Judging defenders with numbers is always tricky, and I don't think these metrics do the upgrade justice. Style of play changing has likely had an impact on these numbers too.
Centrebacks next. Judging defenders with numbers is always tricky, and I don't think these metrics do the upgrade justice. Style of play changing has likely had an impact on these numbers too.
Centrebacks next. Judging defenders with numbers is always tricky, and I don't think these metrics do the upgrade justice. Style of play changing has likely had an impact on these numbers too.
Centrebacks next. Judging defenders with numbers is always tricky, and I don't think these metrics do the upgrade justice. Style of play changing has likely had an impact on these numbers too.
Fullbacks: Antonee Robinson may actually be a Jedi. Or at least have some midichlorians. Aina also seems to have some defensive shortcomings, which I expect Tete will improve upon. BDR is one of the hardest working men on the team, and I love him for it.
Fullbacks: Antonee Robinson may actually be a Jedi. Or at least have some midichlorians. Aina also seems to have some defensive shortcomings, which I expect Tete will improve upon. BDR is one of the hardest working men on the team, and I love him for it.
Fullbacks: Antonee Robinson may actually be a Jedi. Or at least have some midichlorians. Aina also seems to have some defensive shortcomings, which I expect Tete will improve upon. BDR is one of the hardest working men on the team, and I love him for it.
Fullbacks: Antonee Robinson may actually be a Jedi. Or at least have some midichlorians. Aina also seems to have some defensive shortcomings, which I expect Tete will improve upon. BDR is one of the hardest working men on the team, and I love him for it.
Sliding in next: the DMs. Zambo's numbers look good (shock), but I'm really surprised by Lemina. Small sample size, but looks to have a really high output. I like how Harrison complements the two as well. Very happy with these 3.
Sliding in next: the DMs. Zambo's numbers look good (shock), but I'm really surprised by Lemina. Small sample size, but looks to have a really high output. I like how Harrison complements the two as well. Very happy with these 3.
Sliding in next: the DMs. Zambo's numbers look good (shock), but I'm really surprised by Lemina. Small sample size, but looks to have a really high output. I like how Harrison complements the two as well. Very happy with these 3.
Sliding in next: the DMs. Zambo's numbers look good (shock), but I'm really surprised by Lemina. Small sample size, but looks to have a really high output. I like how Harrison complements the two as well. Very happy with these 3.
Attacking mids: This one is bound to ruffle some feathers. TC's lack of defensive cover is pretty apalling, which RLC is fairly good at. Neither have been particularly outstanding, but (don't hate) for me I think RLC will offer a more rounded skillset when he's at full fitness.
Attacking mids: This one is bound to ruffle some feathers. TC's lack of defensive cover is pretty apalling, which RLC is fairly good at. Neither have been particularly outstanding, but (don't hate) for me I think RLC will offer a more rounded skillset when he's at full fitness.
Attacking mids: This one is bound to ruffle some feathers. TC's lack of defensive cover is pretty apalling, which RLC is fairly good at. Neither have been particularly outstanding, but (don't hate) for me I think RLC will offer a more rounded skillset when he's at full fitness.
Finally, the forwards. Ademola Lookman is fast becoming one of the best creators in the league, and is kinda showing his other forwards up a bit. Cav is offering very little (shock), and Mitro - eh. Another option in this department for January please @TonyKhan x
Finally, the forwards. Ademola Lookman is fast becoming one of the best creators in the league, and is kinda showing his other forwards up a bit. Cav is offering very little (shock), and Mitro - eh. Another option in this department for January please @TonyKhan x
Finally, the forwards. Ademola Lookman is fast becoming one of the best creators in the league, and is kinda showing his other forwards up a bit. Cav is offering very little (shock), and Mitro - eh. Another option in this department for January please @TonyKhan x
Finally, the forwards. Ademola Lookman is fast becoming one of the best creators in the league, and is kinda showing his other forwards up a bit. Cav is offering very little (shock), and Mitro - eh. Another option in this department for January please @TonyKhan x
Finally, the forwards. Ademola Lookman is fast becoming one of the best creators in the league, and is kinda showing his other forwards up a bit. Cav is offering very little (shock), and Mitro - eh. Another option in this department for January please @TonyKhan x
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