Getting the best from KDB

I run exclusively first-owner RTG on fut these days, and packed KDB from WL rewards. First time I’ve packed him while running a team I can fit him in, but so far I’m struggling to get the best from him. Any advice appreciated?

Tried his role++ but I find the half-winger role pushes him too wide and he’s then quite easy for people to defend against, as they know I’m looking for that slide-rule pass down the side of the CBs.