In this modern football age of xG, low blocks and a high press, Chris Wilder is a bit more old school.But he hasn’t become one of the best managers in the English Championship by failing to move with the times.
Only last week he masterminded a terrific FA Cup victory over Antonio Conte and Spurs. But the Middlesbrough boss also knows simplicity is key.
And that’s why he loves Rangers midfielder John Lundstram. Wilder was his gaffer at Sheffield United for four years, having plucked him from Oxford United.
On the Blades’ return to the Premier League in 2019, he believes Lundstram was their best player.After a difficult start to life at Bramall Lane, Lundstram became vital for Wilder against some of the best sides in Europe.So he’s not the least bit surprised to see the 28-year-old excel at Ibrox.
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