Peterborough United are not in the running to sign highly-rated Colchester United right-back...and here's how they could line up at Reading on opening day
By Alan Swann
Published 17th Jul 2023, 07:57 BST
Updated 17th Jul 2023, 08:13 BST
The first Peterborough United starting line-up of the 2023-24 season will have an unfamiliar look.
But don’t expect it to include Junior Tchamadeu at right-back.
The 19 year-old was linked with a move to Posh over the weekend, but, although the club recognise the reigning League Two young player of the year is a top talent, the PT understands they have not made a bid for him.
Tchamadeu will command a considerable fee and has Championship clubs Stoke City and Blackburn Rovers battling it out for his services so any Posh interest was likely to be unsuccessful.
Posh are committed to building a young squad for the coming season which starts in 19 days with a trip to Reading on Saturday, August 5.
Using just exisiting squad players, and discounting those on the transfer list, here is how Posh could line-up at the Select Car Leasing Stadium, although they are seeking a goalkeeper, a right-back, a left-back and a forward before the serious stuff starts!
Tchamadeu will command a considerable fee and has Championship clubs Stoke City and Blackburn Rovers battling it out for his services so any Posh interest was likely to be unsuccessful.
5. HARRISON BURROWS
It's been signposted Posh will make a move for Swansea City left-back Nathanael Ogbeta when he fully recovers from a thigh injury. Ogbeta was a big hit on loan at Posh last season. He's due back in action in September, but until then the versatile Burrows and young Aaron Powell look set to fill in. Photo: Joe Dent
The classy midfielder enjoyed a fine first season at Posh, especially after Darren Ferguson's return to the club. He could come under pressure for his place in the 2023-24 seasonm from new signings Ryan De Havilland an Archie Collins, but it's tough to see him not making a strong impression again. Photo: Joe Dent
The latest midfielder from Barnet is a rare beast at League One level as he's genuinely two-footed. He's also a set-piece specialist and Posh have been crying out for one of those for years. Photo: Joe Dent/theposh.com
It could be one of my chosen trio of midfielders misses out in favour of a more combative presence, but it's unlikely to be Collins who is a stylish performer who some believe should be playing at Championship level. Posh have been impressed with the attititude and form of Jeando Fuchs during pre-season, but he will be sold if the right offer comes in as he has entered the last year of his Loncon Road contract. If he goes the chairman has said a similar midfield type will be sought. Photo: Joe Dent/theposh.com