James Garner

[TheRam]

He’s finding his level being a versatile squad player.

Moyes can big him up as much as he wants but he knows deep down if he was that good a midfielder he wouldn’t take him out of there.

I thought Tim made a massive difference at the weekend being able to take it in tight spaces and progressing up the pitch.

Garner made a massive difference at right back as well to be fair to him but he’s going to have to get used to playing there.

[Bluebridge]

He’s like a slightly more handsome Harper.

[bigmanbob]

I don't think Tim didn't anything better than Garner has been doing this season , admittedly they're slightly different players but I'd argue Garners CM influence over the games >Tims

[Matt1878]

I don't think Tim didn't anything better than Garner has been doing this season , admittedly they're slightly different players but I'd argue Garners CM influence over the games >Tims

Good thing is Tim isn't being talked about as a write off now. He is gradually proving his worth to the squad and along with Rohl we have several young players competing for the spot(s), which is needed, given Gana's age.

[Bumble]

He’ll be back in the centre next game. We all know it.

[Gary1878]

The more I watch Nunes at City at RB, the more I like Garner at RB.

I am not saying they are at the same level. But players can be formed into certain positions and make them their own. Garner is defensively solid, has a good pass / cross and is a workhorse. All good traits for a full back.

I think he may find himself playing there quite a bit this season.

[sam of the south]

Doesn't bother me Moyes saying this, doesn't mean it's true or he even believes it... If speaking publicly about a player and giving them more belief makes them play even better then there's no downside to it.

Also maybe he does believe it as he has always loved a limited grafter who will do whatever job benefits the team. Either way a happy player will almost always mean a better performing one.

If he gave the same love and encouragement to Beto I’d agree with you, but Moyes has his favourites, we know who they are, and he will always play them.

[dazfrancis]

Moyes also knows Garner won't be particularly happy about playing RB so bigging him up for the England squad will at least curry favour for putting in more shifts at RB

[Bluebridge]

Moyes also knows Garner won't be particularly happy about playing RB so bigging him up for the England squad will at least curry favour for putting in more shifts at RB

i dunno, I think playing right back is quite a glamorous position. Get to do a lot of attacking and getting assists.

[Toddacelli]

He’s like a slightly more handsome Harper.

How very fucking dare you!