Vincenzo Montella reveals why Micah Richards has been used so sparingly at Fiorentina. “His fitness levels weren’t up to scratch.”
The Coach spoke at a Press conference and was asked whether Richards would have more playing time going forward this season.
“He is more of a full-back in a four-man defence and when he arrived, in my view, his fitness levels weren’t up to scratch to sustain that role,” said Montella.
Vincenzo Montella reveals why Micah Richards has been used so sparingly at Fiorentina. “His fitness levels weren’t up to scratch.”
The Coach spoke at a Press conference and was asked whether Richards would have more playing time going forward this season.
“He is more of a full-back in a four-man defence and when he arrived, in my view, his fitness levels weren’t up to scratch to sustain that role,” said Montella.
“Then we changed tactical system to 3-5-2 and compared to the others he is less prepared for this approach.
“He needs to work on it and be open to learning, which he is, but we must remember all decisions are made for the good of the team overall.
“He is certainly a player more suited to a four-man defence than three, in my view.”
Richards arrived on loan from Manchester City over the summer, but has played only eight games between Serie A and the Europa League for a total 505 minutes of football.