If he's that good Sam then why doesn't DS pick him other than when a player is injured/suspended? Your back 3 suggestion sees Targett lose his place, he's been consistently good and is our most improved player this season, our defence has 12 clean sheets.

When Jack and Barkley click it is very very good, Barkley needs to show those levels in training & not start until he's somewhere near it. That then gives DS options to pick 2 of SJM/Doug/Marvel and let Sanson, Jack & Traore (Trez a better option when the right side needs more shoring up) work the openings.