I was stuck by what @True Magpie said in another thread when he said, "But with Kelle Roos already here, Notts will not want two goalkeepers who both expect to play every week".

I don't know whether Martin Paterson would agree with that. The whole point of having a good quality squad is to encourage competition for first team places.

At this particular time Notts do have players that have cemented their positions in the first eleven, but I am quite sure they will be looking over their shoulders because there are others who are working hard to take their place.

As far as the goalkeeping position is concerned, there isn't much competition, & I believe this isn't good especially in such a vital position. There is no doubt that Notts do have a weakness in that position.

That's where we come to the debate about the right or not to a first eleven place. I believe that there should be continual competition for all places in the team based on performance & attitude. That includes the goalkeeping position. It just doesn't suit the Notts cause for it not to be so.

Agreed, nobody should be entitled to play irrespective of performance, attitude and fitness.

Those in possession should have earned it and maintain the required level of consistency - if others are looking sharper/better then they deserve a shot at the first team. Simple really.