It was always 4-2-3-1/4-5-1 with Rooney behind Van persie, two wingers and two cm Rooney dropping deep into midfield. We did try to experiment on a diamond early on with Kagawas purchase but we dont play narrow often and it didnt work well at all. I also dont watch much of Everton so i cant say for sure what Moyes has planned, by all accounts he plays good football for his budget, and its a good sign at least that he is trying to fix our long since derelict midfield.
Thiago hopefully will fulfill the role cleverley should have thrived in but did not for various reasons, a box to box who will add that bit of technique and creativity to midfield. How does he fare in a 2 man midfield? Im being honest when i say he would complete our team, i just dont see it though release clause or not why would your directors/management let that kind of talent go for £16m?