Originally Posted by
AucklandRover
AR - Rothwell is just a matter of time, but he needs to force his way past the regulars - as do all the other newcomers.
I think there is a danger of "the other side of the hill being greener" in all this, though. Some people are saying Rothwell SHOULD be playing because he's more skilful and creative than the current midfielders. It's probably true, but I'm cautious about the idea that he would automatically improve the team. For instance, how would he have stood up to that Derby first-half onslaught?
Mowbray is a smart operator. To some extent, he's playing the two groups (old and new) against each other - a kind of challenge.
Of course, if Rothwell comes in and doesn't impress, some fans will forget they called for his inclusion and call it bad judgement on Mowbray's part. (Do you read the Lancashire Telegraph Rovers section, AR? There are some real weirdos contributing there! Have a look.)