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Campbell-Ryce told to refocus

12 Feb 2009 - 07:57:53

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Barnsley manager Simon Davey has challenged misfiring midfielder Jamal Campbell-Ryce to 'refocus' and get back to terrorising Championship defences.

The Jamaica international's dip in form has coincided with a series of rejected transfer bids last month and a switch of roles, to central midfield.

Despite criticism aimed at both parties, Davey has defended Campbell-Ryce's position in the team and insists his central role will benefit the side and the player.

"I'd love to get Jamal back terrorising defences, but he's probably lost his directness in his play," Davey told The Star.

"He's played his best football in the central role this season rather than in a wide role. Perhaps we need to re-focus his game and perhaps take him 20-30 yards further up the pitch.

"We want to make sure he has an impact on the opposition's back four and not their midfield."