“It’s like playing Messi in goal”: Maresca criticized over Bouaddi’s position at Manchester City

After Manchester City lost 1-0 at home to Brighton, Mohamed Aboutrika criticized Enzo Maresca for how he is positioning Ayyoub Bouaddi. The pundit says the 19-year-old Moroccan midfielder should play as a number 6, not as a number 8 or 10, comparing the latter choice to playing Messi in goal. Bouaddi made his fifth start of the season across all competitions and was substituted in the 55th minute. Since joining last summer, he has made nine appearances and recorded two assists, but has yet to make the expected impact.