Tomkins has struggled with PV's system, Andersen and Guehi are the most comfortable with playing out from the back, I'd only use Tomkins as back up or as part of a back 3.

I cant see Tomkins playing a big part. He's 32 and not the fittest player around.
On the bright side Jesrun Rak Sakyi however is a fantastic prospect, and can easily see him thriving. Would like to see him start.

Following Palace since 25 Feb 1978

VG

Ward Andersen Guehi Mitchell

Gallagher Kouyate McArthur

Ayew Bentenke Zaha

Kouyate can provide more protection against their big lads up top, even slipping back into make a back five when needed. Gallagher will add energy and should be able to provide more support to Ward, likewise McArthur for Mitchell. Ayew should have more luck against a team more at our level, although really if there was another option I'd take it (I think it's too early for Rak-Sakyi to start).

We definitely still need a couple more signings.

Still relevant, but, as an aside, the ref for sat is . . . Martin Atkinson (deep joy)

This operation, will make the 'Charge Of The Light Brigade' seem like a simple military exercise.

Brentford play 3-5-2, we will get outnumbered in midfield, like Chelsea, so in my opinion its 3-5-2 or 4-5-1 and i would go with what i opened this thread with

“That’s a joke son, I say, that’s a joke.” “Nice boy, but he’s sharp as a throw pillow.” “He’s so dumb he thinks a Mexican border pays rent” “ “Son… I say, son, some people are so narrow minded they can look through a keyhole with both eyes.”__ Forhorn Leghorn

Must be a record for misspelled players in 1 sentence, however, you managed to get Andersen right!!!