I have for a long time added a lot more to Physical, especially middlefielders since they tend to cover more ground. You might not want to have the skills as far apart as I do, just an idea of mine.
Also could try assigning them to take corners or FK's if their stats lean that way.

here's my best MC/DMC & MC

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