But Dybala was dropping further back in midfield to get the ball than Bernie was. It's almost like that's his only option if he wants the ball. That's why I'm saying try Goat, Higs and Dybs together, it can't be worse for Dybala than having Bernie next to him.
Higuain can hold the ball better than anyone in this team, that right away helps our possession and immediately ties up a defender or two because no one wants him to turn and have a shot around the box. It really adds risk to the defense of the other team. Guarantee you that opposition defense knows all they need to do is pressure Bernie and he will either fuck up or pass it back.
You mention last season Dybala...you saw his movement yesterday very similar to last season. I don't see how we could possibly be worse with Bernie out. You'd essentially be substituting an awkward gangly misfit with a much more technical threatening player (Higuain). And Higuain is no slouch either, he works quite a bit when he needs to. Sub him out for Bernie when he becomes gassed.
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Look at Dybala's & Bernie's heat map. They both nearly covered the same ground in midfield. It's crazy.
https://www.whoscored.com/Matches/1415836/Live/Italy-Serie-A-2019-2020-Lazio-Juventus
Dybala is literally thirsting for the ball. He ain't getting it with Bernie there.