Yes because that has worked for English football for so long! Asking to play 4-4-2 is like wanting VHS and lead petrol back. I think its been well shown that this formation is too rigid and doesn't allow players to get in the space on the wings or just in front of the back 2.
From late last year...
Manchester City transfer gossip: Wayne Bridge £90k weekly wages cost him Brighton loan move - Transfer News - MirrorFootball.co.uk
GP: The problem with Wayne Bridge is his salary," said Poyet, whose team are 12th in the Championship after winning promotion last season...