Moussa Diaby has returned to Bayer Leverkusen action from the bench and is now making a case to start. Carles Martinez must decide whether that change is worth reshaping three positions in his side.
Key takeaways
- Diaby made his Werkself return as a substitute.
- The winger is now pushing for a place in Martinez’s starting XI.
- Starting Diaby could require changes across three roles.
- Martinez must also consider whether to keep two natural wide players in his preferred setup.
- That decision could separate Ibrahim Maza and Miguel, Leverkusen’s new left-sided pairing.
Selection balance on the left
Martinez faces a tactical selection problem rather than a simple one-for-one change. His basic plan uses two genuine wingers, but Diaby’s inclusion would affect the balance elsewhere in the team.
The main consequence could come on the left. Maza and Miguel have formed a notable new combination there, yet the coach may have to break it up if he restores Diaby to the line-up while retaining his preferred width.
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