07 Aug 2014 17:45:46
If Coleman isn't fit for our opening Premier League match, I could imagine Stones, rather than Hibbert, playing at right back. Howard, Jagielka, Distin and Baines should all start.
At present, I'm not sure which of Barry, McCarthy, Gibson or Besic would get the starting places for the two defensive midfield positions.
Lukaku is a certainty imho to start, but - aside from Barkley - I'm unsure who'd be in the three behind him. It might even be that Besic gets one of those three slots although I expect he'll be on the subs' bench for a few games to begin with. It's good to have some choices in the squad. Unless there's a sudden spate of injuries, I don't see any of the other youngsters (Browning, Garbutt, McAleny, etc.) being selected to start.
Anyone else have a view?

{Ed025's Note - i think you have got it just about spot on sid..

1.) 07 Aug 2014
07 Aug 2014 21:16:10
Have to say I think Jimmy Mac would be probably be the best option if Coleman isn't fit with Barry and Besic in the middle!Hibbo - love him but past his best and Jags or Stones always look awkward