It's been surprisingly okay for me so far. Most of the top players that van Basten blocked were gone early anyway, and I knew Breitner would block loads but it was an acceptable trade off for top tier quality. I did have a dilemma on my hands with two unpicked players that I wanted who played together, but some scumbag who shall remain nameless for now has taken the decision out of my hands
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EDIT: Said scumbag may have actually done me a favour, as I just remembered that the player he picked blocks another who I'd like to round out my team as well.