Originally Posted by
Ezeikial
i think it is a rash overstatement to suggest that his time is numbered (what does that even mean?). Chris Shields has had some poor performances this season, and the his two performances against Rovers were far from his finest. He has certainly recovered much of his form in more times and it would be foolish to dismiss him on the basis of a small number of viewings - I expect that he will continue to be a hugely positive influence in his defensive midfield role in the coming season, although there are growing indications that Greg Sloggett is emerging as both a midfield partner and potential longer-term replacement