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I wanted him to RM too, but Vini's emergence was great by Irish2003

As you mentioned, Benzema has been outstanding, and I can't think of anyone else in my lifetime who emerged in his 30s from a (quietly underrated IMO) role supporting Ronaldo to someone who not only filled the stat sheet but also came up big when most needed on his way to a Ballon d'Or.

Re: your point on wanting to attack from the left, I think he would have fit Madrid wonderfully a year ago, but Vinicius has matured incredibly, and is one I'm very excited about, especially with the midfield now secured with Valverde-Cavaminga-Tchouameni. I was hoping Jovic would emerge as the heir apparent to Benz, but looks like we'll need to find someone else.

I think your P3-4 is exactly right, and Mane is the sort of professional who will make it work. Bayern has such a dominant position that he can find a role, and hopefully he will help offset Lewa's move out.