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Have you tried FB(s) with sit narrower and cut inside with ball? Not sure it will create exactly what you’re wanting but they will definitely take up that position at times.

Have you tried using wide midfielders and using PIs to get your desired behavior? I haven’t tested it but I would imagine the WM would be the best option for a ball retention winger.

Could you discuss the decision to use the hold shape team instruction? I understand it in theory but I’ve never used hold shape even in possession tactics because I still want fast transitions when the opportunity is there and I was worried this would prevent that. Have you noticed this being an issue?