Assesment is that the position is still slightly lightly better for white however both parties have something to go for and both can play for a win. As a black player I am normally not unhappy with the position
The following variations gives black some headaches on GM level however I think at amateur level it is roughly equal because the differences with the main lines are small
Hello,
from what i have heard i understand white should play this line if trying to fight for some opening advantage after Nf6.
Q1) What is the common assessment of this position in top player level?
Q2) I don't feel very confortable with c4 - b3, it feels like white overextends themeselves. Black has some disadvantages, but they have quite compact position with sound options like g6 or 0-0-0. Are there some sidelines for white to there realistically fight for some opening advantage? Maybe 6. Bd3?
Good luck!