Looks a lot beefier these days, and is adding more elements to his game, no longer relying on sitting on the defenders shoulder, dropping deeper, picking passes.
If he can get past the idea that every little twinge means he has to go straight to the treatment table, then he could play a big part this season, although more than likely the odd start, and most appearances coming off the bench.
It's the last year of his contract, and he's said he's confident he can get a new deal, so if he stays fit, who knows.
(It will definitely be a coincidence if he plays through pain while trying to get a new deal
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