I loved the guy but as you say injuries have been dreadful and he’s hardly scored a goal since leaving us. Even if we could I think we’re now at the point that it would be a mistake.
Play our strongest team, history shows that shocks happen and this game will be far from a given. Difficult because under the previous manager outrage would ensure after a loss, given who the manager is now that will be more problematic.
If it was me at his age I would be taking my time if there was plenty of interest. Why should he rush into it, it’s not Real Madrid giving him the weekend.