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Postecoglou Urged to Drop Player Ahead of Man City Clash
Celtic Manager Faces Call to Bench Key Player for Upcoming Match
Reports Suggest Star Player May be Sidelined
Celtic manager Ange Postecoglou has been urged to drop 28-year-old midfielder Yosuke Ideguchi for the upcoming match against Manchester City. The call comes from former Celtic player Kris Commons, who believes Ideguchi's recent form does not warrant a starting place in the crucial Champions League clash.
Ideguchi has been a regular in the Celtic midfield this season, making 15 appearances in all competitions. However, his performances have come under scrutiny in recent weeks, with some fans and pundits questioning his contribution to the team.
Commons believes that Ideguchi's lack of creativity and defensive awareness make him a liability against a team of Manchester City's quality. He argues that a more experienced and defensively sound player should be given the nod ahead of Ideguchi, such as Matt O'Riley or Reo Hatate.
"Ideguchi has not been good enough for Celtic this season," Commons said. "He's not creative enough going forward and he's not strong enough defensively. We need players who can control the game and create chances against a team like Manchester City, and Ideguchi simply doesn't offer that."
Postecoglou is likely to consider Commons' comments ahead of the match against Manchester City. The Celtic manager has shown a willingness to make changes to his team when necessary, and he may be tempted to drop Ideguchi in favor of a more experienced player.
The decision will ultimately rest with Postecoglou, but Commons' comments have certainly given him something to think about. If Ideguchi is dropped, it will be a sign that the Celtic manager is not afraid to make big decisions when the team's performance demands it.