Other than Platt, Bedeau or JJ who else is likely to start every match? Right now those 3 for me are the only other serious candidates.

I don’t really have an issue with Palmer being captain right now. Before he joined us in the National League he already had played over 200 matches in the EFL, he’s a lot more experienced than I realised and besides the freak ACL injury he never seems to be injured. I'm not sure the scream and shout approach is as effective these days either, I do think Matt is a tad quieter but when he speaks if what he says is useful and right that is of more value than someone shouting with little substance.

I know that Norburn has been a captain at most of his previous clubs but will he be fit enough to start the season as our first-choice CM? It could well be that halfway through the season Robertson and Norburn are our starting midfielders, then we might have a problem.

Difficult situation to resolve. Palmer was certainly the “favoured” option for Maynard and he is a respected member of the squad.

I don’t know if he fits the “Paterson mould” in respect of playing style and approach. Will he be a regular starter? I’m not sure he is incisive or creative enough tbh. I prefer the more robust, assertive style of leader - Turner was an inspirational captain and he possessed a bit more character & personality for my money.

Of the established players I’d have thought Bedeau would be ideal but McDonald also has tge right attributes, should he be a preferred first team candidate.

I like Matt Palmer and I don’t think he’s a poor captain, but there’s always a chance someone else might bring more out of the team. I’d give it to Ollie Norburn. He’s got good experience and I don’t mind that he’s new. The club spoke highly of him, saying he’s a leader who wants to win, similar to the praise Martin Paterson got when he arrived. Letting Palmer get on with his game while handing the armband to someone like Norburn might be a smart call.