James Atama
An impressive brace from Ellis Simms secured another three points for the Sky Blues, with his second goal coming in stoppage time after capitalizing on a mistake from James Beadle at Hillsborough. This victory marks Coventry’s sixth win in seven matches and is a testament to Frank Lampard’s positive impact since joining the team in November. Their strong home performances have significantly contributed to their push for a playoff spot.
Coventry currently sits seventh in the Championship, just one point behind West Bromwich Albion, who hold the final playoff position. However, for 20-year-old Norman Bassette, game time has been a challenge since Lampard’s arrival.
Bassette, who joined from French club SM Caen with a solid reputation and a senior cap for Belgium, has found it hard to secure a spot in the starting lineup, especially with the strong performances of Brandon Thomas-Asante and Simms. Chris Deez, a Coventry fan pundit, expressed concerns about Bassette’s limited playing time possibly hindering his development and whether the top end of the Championship might be too challenging for him right now.
Deez praised Bassette’s passion and competitiveness but noted his inconsistency and youth might have contributed to reduced playing time. While it appears Lampard favors Thomas-Asante and Simms as his main attackers, Deez suggested that a loan move could benefit Bassette’s growth. Clubs in League One or struggling Championship teams could offer him more chances to gain valuable experience and scoring opportunities.
Despite Coventry’s impressive form, it seems unlikely Bassette will see significant playtime in the near future, particularly with the ongoing importance of the upcoming matches for the Sky Blues. A loan move in the summer could be a beneficial step for his development.
