Many Wolves fans were impressed with defender Romain Saiss during his side’s FA Cup tie against Southampton on Thursday evening.
The 30-year-old lined up for Nuno Espirito Santo’s side at the heart of a makeshift back three, including Max Kilman and Leander Dendoncker.
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Saiss was not afraid to get stuck in, and made a crucial block from Danny Ings before the 10-minute mark to stop the Englishman from testing John Ruddy in between the sticks.
The Morocco international appeared to be assertive and in control in and around the hosts’ 18-yard box, dominating in the air and could leave Nuno thinking about playing him against in the second part of their Saints’ double-header.
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Because of this, supporters were delighted with what they saw from Saiss and some were quick to offer their comparisons with skipper Conor Coady.
Fans thrilled by Saiss
“I do like Saiss in that role. He’s an intelligent player with excellent vision & an impressive passing range. #wwfc“
“Saiss looking very comfortable and accomplished in the central role… Such a great player to have in the squad.”
“Saiss should play ahead of Coady even in a back 5”
“Saiss showing what an absolute myth Conor Coady is tonight”
“Saiss has done well so far.”
“Saiss is brilliant.”
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