I can see Lallana starting this one
Yep.
And in the nominal DM role in pre-season he did pretty well.
If you want the DM doing sliding tackles, acting s a 3rd CB, keeping it safe, recycling possession and rarely stepping out, then Lallana wouldn't be the preferred choice.
However, Lallana is an incredibly energetic player, never stops hassling and harrying, wins the ball a lot, is comfortable running with it, and has an eye for a (risky) pass.
It may be more of a risk than some would like, but he's a fine footballer.
I don't think he'll play there, but I do think he'll at least get some minutes.
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