The People's Forum: pretty much agree

it's easy to forget we had a squad of about 14 players last July - some of whom weren't even realistic starters. It's a miracle in some ways that we cobbled together a competitive squad capable of playing to the position we are in.

We've got some gaps to fill this summer, we all know where they are as does the club. I honestly think we need 3 defenders in - 2 full backs and a CB to come through as cover for Branthwaite.

In midfield I think Gana will stay as a comfort blanket but he will play a lot less games. We need a replacement there, some pace out wide plus a striker.

I also hope and expect Dibling to come through next season too and Armstrong should hopefully progress after a vit of a dip (not unexpected)

I think the Friedkins will play it safe and hand Moyes a contract extension.

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Lots to ponder but fundamentally for me is that we have stabilised and there has been progress.

The past 3 years of doom and gloom, Dycheball and huge debts have been replaced by TFG, HDS and some decent players.

Moyes, marmite to some, has reunited the team spirit that Dyche destroyed and reinvigorated positivity. Whilst not the answer for the future he is there to ensure that we are moving forward.

He knows our DNA and albeit cautious at times he is a safe pair of hands at a time when we really needed that. The players speak highly of him and hopefully he eventually moves upstairs in a consultancy role.

We now have a base to build on and we all know what is required and this simply must start to happen in the next window with fullbacks and a No 9 absolute priorities. TFG must deliver this to show real intent.

I am personally happy that we have moved up the table albeit some results (good and bad) have surprised me. We will have new stadium blues behind us next season and can kick on. I am genuinely not bothered about Europe, I believe it is too soon and it would wreck our PL campaign.

There is some deadwood that needs offloading and replaced by better players, I am sure that this in in hand. It will be interesting if we retain Grealish and I hope we can keep George who looks a real player when given the chance.

Two games left, 6 points to play for and I expect 4. Never thought I would say that this season but both games are winnable. I would like to see Rohl in his natural position perhaps with Charly and play Jimmy RB to accommodate?