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James McAtee becomes Glasner's new Adam Wharton
Oliver Glasner transforms James McAtee from forgotten Forest midfielder to creative quarterback.
In brief
Oliver Glasner transforms James McAtee from forgotten Forest midfielder to creative quarterback. Oliver Glasner has turned James McAtee into Nottingham Forest's creative midfielder after moving from Manchester City. Originally reported by Sky Sports.
Glasner's midfield strategy
Oliver Glasner uses a 3-4-2-1 system with two central midfielders as quarterbacks.
McAtee's forgotten status
James McAtee was a forgotten man at Forest after his £30m move from Man City.
Positional shift
Glasner moves McAtee from attacking No 10 to deeper midfield role.
Pep Guardiola's praise
Pep Guardiola noted McAtee's strength in tight spaces.
McAtee's creative impact
McAtee ranks second in Premier League for passes leading to shot.
Wharton comparison
McAtee acts as tribute to Adam Wharton in Glasner's system.
What it means
Oliver Glasner has turned James McAtee into Nottingham Forest's creative midfielder after moving from Manchester City.
