If Brownhill leaves, I think he'd be an excellent candidate for the 10 role/AMC.

He works his nuts off getting back in shape and winning the ball back
He's very good at finding space in the box, and a decent finisher
He can interchange with Edwards who likes getting in more central pockets.
He's got the quality to find passes in the final third

The other thing is we have talent in abundance who can come in on the left. Koleosho, Tresor, potentially Tchaouna too.

(Just for the record I hope Browny stays!)

No

Has he ever played there before?

It’s a no from me.

fidelcastro wrote: ↑

Thu Jun 26, 2025 10:24 pm

Has he ever played there before?

Yes

willsclarets wrote: ↑

Thu Jun 26, 2025 10:28 pm

Yes

For us?

Absolutely terrible shout.

fidelcastro wrote: ↑

Thu Jun 26, 2025 10:29 pm

For us?

No he hasn't, for Bournemouth he did. Graham Alexander hadn't played defensive midfield for us before he did! I don't think the arguments I've made for him being useful there are too off the mark? And I also think we need to find ways in game to get Koleosho on the pitch this season. But, appreciate he's very good for us on the left.

willsclarets wrote: ↑

Thu Jun 26, 2025 10:33 pm

No he hasn't, for Bournemouth he did. Graham Alexander hadn't played defensive midfield for us before he did! I don't think the arguments I've made for him being useful there are too off the mark? And I also think we need to find ways in game to get Koleosho on the pitch this season. But, appreciate he's very good for us on the left.

So, Parker didn't feel the need to play him there in the Championship, but you want him to play there in the Premier league?!

Okay then, but it's a no from me.

willsclarets wrote: ↑

Thu Jun 26, 2025 10:33 pm

No he hasn't, for Bournemouth he did. Graham Alexander hadn't played defensive midfield for us before he did! I don't think the arguments I've made for him being useful there are too off the mark? And I also think we need to find ways in game to get Koleosho on the pitch this season. But, appreciate he's very good for us on the left.

Alexander started as a midfielder but was pushed back to full back. Came into Burnley and went straight into a defensive midfield role under Cotterill that had to be stopped for a while when Duff, who was playing at full back, did his ACL.

PremierLeagueClass wrote: ↑

Thu Jun 26, 2025 10:29 pm

Absolutely terrible shout.

Nicely reasoned argument, thanks.

He's layed games there for Bournemouth. Which of the statements made about him are false? This isn't "move Edgar into midfield" territory.

Maybe Parker didn't feel the need to play him there because he had Brownhill.
(Replying to fidelcastro).

fidelcastro wrote: ↑

Thu Jun 26, 2025 10:36 pm

So, Parker didn't feel the need to play him there in the Championship, but you want him to play there in the Premier league?!

Okay then, but it's a no from me.

it's merely an idea to be explored/chatted through. I want Brownhill to stay, and keep Anthony on the left. It's a what if.

I thought there'd be alternatives suggested, or reasons as to why what I asserted about Anthony's qualities are not true. Nevermind.

ClaretTony wrote: ↑

Thu Jun 26, 2025 10:38 pm

Alexander started as a midfielder but was pushed back to full back. Came into Burnley and went straight into a defensive midfield role under Cotterill that had to be stopped for a while when Duff, who was playing at full back, did his ACL.

Dammit Bad example

Juan Tanamera wrote: ↑

Thu Jun 26, 2025 10:40 pm

Maybe Parker didn't feel the need to play him there because he had Brownhill.
(Replying to fidelcastro).

Or because he thought he'd be better playing on the wing?

willsclarets wrote: ↑

Thu Jun 26, 2025 10:43 pm

it's merely an idea to be explored/chatted through. I want Brownhill to stay, and keep Anthony on the left. It's a what if.

I thought there'd be alternatives suggested, or reasons as to why what I asserted about Anthony's qualities are not true. Nevermind.

If we're even playing with a number ten type of player, then we've been told since he signed that that is Flemming's best position, although again, it would be strange and a huge gamble to start playing him there now.

fidelcastro wrote: ↑

Thu Jun 26, 2025 10:46 pm

Or because he thought he'd be better playing on the wing?

Obviously!
But isn't the OP making a casual observation to maybe create a little banter?

Juan Tanamera wrote: ↑

Thu Jun 26, 2025 10:55 pm

Obviously!
But isn't the OP making a casual observation to maybe create a little banter?

Banter?

Oh, I thought he was being serious. Apologies.

fidelcastro wrote: ↑

Thu Jun 26, 2025 10:49 pm

If we're even playing with a number ten type of player, then we've been told since he signed that that is Flemming's best position, although again, it would be strange and a huge gamble to start playing him there now.

He obviously didn't like Flemming behind the striker, preferring someone with more defensive nous/athleticism. If Brownhill goes we've got Ramsey and Hannibal as most obvious replacements. Personally I really don't like hannibal in that role.

It's funny, no one would bat an eyelid at me suggesting Tresor in the AMC role. Even though he's also predominantly a LW, and less of a physical box presence than Anthony. And less able to win the ball back.

Juan Tanamera wrote: ↑

Thu Jun 26, 2025 10:55 pm

Obviously!
But isn't the OP making a casual observation to maybe create a little banter?

Maybe banter is the wrong word, but "throwing it out there". I don't know what I was thinking

We need to use the momentum we have from the Promotion season and not try to reinvent the wheel

willsclarets wrote: ↑

Thu Jun 26, 2025 11:00 pm

It's funny, no one would bat an eyelid at me suggesting Tresor in the AMC role. Even though he's also predominantly a LW, and less of a physical box presence than Anthony. And less able to win the ball back.

They might bat an eyelid at you suggesting we'll see him again!

He’s not even good enough for left midfield in the prem league need a upgrade if possible

There are full backs, central defenders, wing backs, midfielders attacking and defensive, wingers, strikers, 8's and 10's.

Then there are footballers who can play well in more than one role.

Scott Parker will decide if we have any footballers and which positions they can play in.

We have Zeki and Magic Mike ahead of him. He’ll be fine on his left wing with Luca to come on for him.

Tricky Trevor wrote: ↑

Thu Jun 26, 2025 11:59 pm

We have Zeki and Magic Mike ahead of him. He’ll be fine on his left wing with Luca to come on for him.

Oh that's reassuring.... two lads who no-one really knows what will happen with next season in Zeki and Magic Mike.

Wouldn't be surprised if neither were in the squad at Spurs.

mybloodisclaret wrote: ↑

Fri Jun 27, 2025 12:50 am

Oh that's reassuring.... two lads who no-one really knows what will happen with next season in Zeki and Magic Mike.

Wouldn't be surprised if neither were in the squad at Spurs.

Well no, because they’d be in our squad instead…

fidelcastro wrote: ↑

Thu Jun 26, 2025 10:57 pm

Banter?

Oh, I thought he was being serious. Apologies.

Good for you.

willsclarets wrote: ↑

Thu Jun 26, 2025 11:03 pm

Maybe banter is the wrong word, but "throwing it out there". I don't know what I was thinking

I find you have to be careful which direction you "throw it" on here.
For what it's worth I thought your OP was a reasonable suggestion.

Juan Tanamera wrote: ↑

Fri Jun 27, 2025 8:11 am

I find you have to be careful which direction you "throw it" on here.
For what it's worth I thought your OP was a reasonable suggestion.

You must remember the majority on here are Burnley folk. They can start an argument looking in the mirror shaving.

Juan Tanamera wrote: ↑

Fri Jun 27, 2025 8:11 am

I find you have to be careful which direction you "throw it" on here.
For what it's worth I thought your OP was a reasonable suggestion.

I mean, I want Anthony on the left too! Was a hypothetical if browny was to leave. It's just funny how people loooove to try and make you look stupid for starting a conversation, on a discussion forum. But not by explaining why the post was stupid, not one person could be bothered to say why Anthony doesnt have the qualities to play in the Brownhill role.

Anyway cheers, lesson learned

Brownhill and Anthony are totally different players. No way Anthony can do what Brownhill does or at least there is no evidence he could.

I’m not sure Brownhill can do what Brownhill does in the PL. we need a Laurent upgrade in the second pivot role because Cullen can’t play a single pivot in the PL - just not quick enough- and a centre forward.

We have a number of options for the No 10 role.

Had Anthony ever tackled anyone?

Juan Tanamera wrote: ↑

Thu Jun 26, 2025 10:55 pm

Obviously!
But isn't the OP making a casual observation to maybe create a little banter?

So the OP is having a laugh and not making a genuine suggestion?

What a waste of time that is.

Claretfanatic1982 wrote: ↑

Fri Jun 27, 2025 10:19 am

So the OP is having a laugh and not making a genuine suggestion?

What a waste of time that is.

Ignore, poster must have used the wrong word.

willsclarets wrote: ↑

Thu Jun 26, 2025 11:00 pm

He obviously didn't like Flemming behind the striker, preferring someone with more defensive nous/athleticism.

Flemming WAS our striker wasn't he ? I mean we really didn't have anyone else who could take that role on so Flemming had to play as our no. 9.

Stalbansclaret wrote: ↑

Fri Jun 27, 2025 3:08 pm

Flemming WAS our striker wasn't he ? I mean we really didn't have anyone else who could take that role on so Flemming had to play as our no. 9.

True, but whenever he had the chance to slot Flemming into the 10 and a striker ahead of him - Parker didn't do it. Brownhill or Hannibal were the 'go-to' pair, and both work incredibly hard off the ball and more synonymous with midfield roles. It would be a departure to go with him or Amdouni there, as much as I'd like to see it I kind of gave up on the idea!