seamless

After a seamless 4-0 start to the Trojans’ season, the deck had seemed stacked against them all afternoon.

Ekitike has made a seamless transition from the Bundesliga to the Premier League, showing quality and composure, as well as a fierce work ethic suited to this Liverpool team.

De Bruyne appears to have fitted in seamlessly at his new residence, scoring two goals in his opening three games, and the City defenders will know first-hand the quality he possesses.

So before this second foray into the conference, steps were taken to make this season’s slate of trips as seamless and comfortable as possible.

The goal is bringing in players who add value while preserving locker-room balance — those whom both Roberts and Pebley trust to fit seamlessly into the culture, enhancing it rather than disrupting it.