THERE is a couple of problems with Argyle centre-back Réda Johnson.

Thankfully, neither of them have anything to with his ability as the young Benin international turned in another eye-catching performance during Saturday's 1-0 defeat by West Bromwich Albion.

"He's actually been playing with a lot of pain, because he's awaiting a dental appointment," said Paul Mariner.

The other blot on the landscape is the lines of communication between the French-speaking six-footer and his head coach.

"He's a young lad who has played only 20-odd games and there is a massive upside to that boy - if he could speak Lancashire, that would help, because my French and his Lancashire doesn't match up at the present moment."