- Aug 27, 2013
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Well - I think the answer is simple: He has not really played as a 10 for much of this season.but I don't think he's reached anywhere near the heights of last year that saw him become one of the very best 10s in the world.
When asked to play a different role, you can't compare his prior role/results to this season. He plays well, just in a different capacity - thus the tangible results you want: goals/assists are not in-line with a 10, but they are plenty for an 8