Alexander has reiterated his desire to play high-intensity football, instigating a high press when possible and looking to build possession from defence.
Although he’s only two games into his managerial tenure, the former Scotland international has deployed a 4-3-3 formation and Lawless will be utilised on either wing behind a central striker - probably Devante Cole initially.In Liam Polworth, Motherwell possess a technically gifted midfielder with excellent vision and an impressive passing range so it could be an effective partnership on one side of the pitch, if they can form a good understanding.David Martindale was assistant under Gary Holt during Lawless’ spell at Livingston and he was effusive in praise for the diminutive player’s.
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