I was saying precisely the same thing to my mate before the Blackburn game, only for Obertan to have a very good game.
I think he's had a decent start to the season, but not good enough to be keeping Ben Arfa out of the side. The defence is exposed enough by playing 4-4-2 and not having a left back without not being able to retain possession in midfield. There's no excuse for not running your socks off for the cause either. It sends out the wrong message if a player only gives 90% and keeps his place, especially given the strength and depth we have in midfield.
blind delusion from Sky Sports there, surely??
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