Joe Willock has given Newcastle United something difficult to leave out: goals from midfield at moments when they have mattered. His September contribution has earned a place on the club’s Player of the Month shortlist. More significantly, it gives Matthias…

James Chettle writes that Joe Willock's recent form presents Newcastle United manager Matthias Jaissle with a midfield selection dilemma ahead of their match against Coventry. Willock was shortlisted for the club's Player of the Month award after scoring key goals against Millwall in the Carabao Cup and Hull in the Premier League.
The writer argues that while Willock deserves to retain his starting place, Jaissle must find the right tactical balance. With Joelinton and Nico González returning to training, Chettle stresses the importance of selecting a midfield unit that can maintain Willock's attacking threat without leaving the defense exposed.
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