I see Spearing as backup to Lucas in the holding midfield role. We're not plush with players effective in this role, and no matter what people say about Cole, Aquilani and Meireles, they weren't very good at this role, they were all more attacking players, lacking the ability to chase the ball down and tackle. Until we sign a player good enough to challenge Lucas or take his place in that role (eg: a world class player like Alonso), then it's vital that we keep Spearing as backup, because Lucas can't play every game. I don't know how people can't see this, it's so obvious.
Fair point. He'll do as back up. Not really great for his career though. Lucas hardly ever gets injured.
