I don't think we can say it's the most important game of the Premier League so far. At the current stage of the Premier League each game is as important as the next.
But it's not an issue if he is easily passed as Terry and Zouma will always be there. He's just an extra defensive barrier. It's a very defensive team for sure.
I really don't think he'll be bad sitting just infront of the defense. His issue is covering Ivanovic when he attacks, in that position he won't have to cover anyone, just be an added defensive barrier.
-------------Courtois---------- Ivanovic Terry Zouma Azpi --------------Cahill------------- -----Ramires Fabregas------ Hazard---------------- Willian ------------Costa--------------- Doesn't look to bad to me considering the circumstances.
We have the Liverpool fan to thank for this. Well done Christian Purslow, proving your worth already. Thanks for everyone's messages. I'll try to keep everyone in the loop with any future information that I hear.
I think you're reading it wrong. He meant a replacement off the bench. Someone to cover him when he's injured or needs a rest...Why would we replace Fab
But on the other hand may make him easier to acquire as Monaco may want to get rid to cut down there wage bill. Potential for them to pay part of his remaining wage to get him off the books.