Dani Parejo’s return to physical fitness is news that not only pleases Villarreal fans, but also presents coach Marcelino with an interesting tactical dilemma. After overcoming his knee problems, Parejo is ready to move back into the starting XI, where he has played an important role under the Asturian coach’s guidance.
Marcelino now faces the difficult decision of reintegrating Parejo into the starting XI, considering the good performance shown by Francis Coquelin in his absence. The pairing of Coquelin and Comesaña has given the team more strength and aggression in midfield, which has been instrumental in improving Villarreal’s performance.
However, Parejo’s quality and game vision are undeniable, and his ability to handle and distribute the ball could provide an additional element for the team. Although it is obvious that with Parejo on the field, Villarreal sacrifices some speed and aggressiveness, qualities that Marcelino has tried to instill since his arrival at the club.
Important piece for the “Yellow Submarine”
It is important to highlight that since his arrival at Villarreal, Parejo has been a virtually uncontroversial player, having played an excellent part in almost all the games played. His technical quality and his leadership qualities have made him a reference on and off the field. Now that Marcelino is physically fit again, he will have to carefully consider the tactical options and the impact that Parejo’s presence could have on the starting team.