I do think it’s a little unfair to judge a guy after one game, but it’s also not like he’s gonna get faster with more playing time lol. He made some interesting passes and he’s got good size so he can still be a solid player despite the lack of pace.
but if Motta really only views Cabal as a CB, I hope they‘re on the hunt for a better LB. Could start with Ahanor from Genoa. Lock him up before someone else does. You’ve got a guy working for Giuntoli that signed him and knows him better than anyone, so use that.