by lassassinblanc » Fri Jul 24, 2020 1:23 pm
Player Review
Midfield
Shelvey- Another player where I say what can I say that I haven't already, is our most creative central option and when he plays well then we usually do win but he does need to be consistent our second highest goalscorer but as said needs to improve his creative side, I will say though he has improved on the disciplinary side of his game this season which is good to see.
Hayden- Another who is in the running for player of the season and probably a healthy 2nd place in that. A player you never doubt will give his all on the pitch, another good season for the lad.
S Longstaff- I think its been a mixed season for him, on potential ability I'd have him behind both Shelvey and Hayden in our midfield but always give his all.
M Longstaff- The much talked about breakthrough prospect and contract saga, Do I think he's a talent Yes do I think we should be paying him 50k+ No, Do I hope he does stay Yes, will I be sad to see him go- Not really tbh as I think he still has a lot of work to do and despite the clamour for him to play he needs to earn that right like everyone else. No player is bigger then the club comes to mind.
Ritchie- contributed to the highlight of the Brighton game with his "wee dick" comment. Another player who gives his all and you know he'll cover each blade of grass if you needed him to do so. He falls into the category though if we got a decent enough bid and replacement he might leave before his legs run out.
Almiron- Finally bagged his first goal and has gone on to be our top scorer this season. A real danger man for us and long may it continue.
Saint Maximin - Player of the season without a doubt. A player who would have fit right into our Entertainers era, hopefully he remains loyal in the summer and the club holds firm as he'll definitely have attracted a lot of admirers, if he stays fit next year with some good signings around him he could be the catalyst for a push up the league.
Atsu- A bit part player, honest professional but I think he'll leave come the summer
Lazaro- hasn't really happened for him at all this season with Inter and ourselves, has the talent but I think he believes he is better then he actually is tbh. Saying that out of the 3 loan signings in January he has impressed me the most but I wouldn't be in a rush to fork out 25m for him if it could be spent on other areas.
Bentaleb- I think he hasn't done as bad as people are making out, obviously lack of football previously has caused some rustiness, if we did sign him permanently I think we'd see the best of him if given a pre-season and time to shake off the cobwebs.
Forwards
Joelinton- Our big 40m summer signing who has failed to live up the price tag, like I said in regards to craft Krafth moving to a new league is never easy. I don't think he's a natural CF and goalscorer, I think his best moment this season have come when he's played on the wing or off another CF. I think he'll come good and needs the backing of the fans.
Gayle- the bench mark of the in limbo player is he good enough for the PL is he too good for the Championship. The one thing you can never fault is his effort I think he's the most natural finisher we have but needs to more consistent if we could bring in an upgrade for him I wouldn't be too sad to see him go.
Carroll- the prodigal son, I think he's done again OK, would have been nice to see him score, he might still of course if he is fit to play against Liverpool and that has been his main issue really his fitness, I think his a decent option though still
Muto- Another which falls into the category of it just hasn't worked for him has it, I'd love for it to as I think he has the talent but he just hasn't been able to show it, may well be sold come the summer.
[b][u]Player Review[/u][/b]
[u]Midfield[/u]
Shelvey- Another player where I say what can I say that I haven't already, is our most creative central option and when he plays well then we usually do win but he does need to be consistent our second highest goalscorer but as said needs to improve his creative side, I will say though he has improved on the disciplinary side of his game this season which is good to see.
Hayden- Another who is in the running for player of the season and probably a healthy 2nd place in that. A player you never doubt will give his all on the pitch, another good season for the lad.
S Longstaff- I think its been a mixed season for him, on potential ability I'd have him behind both Shelvey and Hayden in our midfield but always give his all.
M Longstaff- The much talked about breakthrough prospect and contract saga, Do I think he's a talent Yes do I think we should be paying him 50k+ No, Do I hope he does stay Yes, will I be sad to see him go- Not really tbh as I think he still has a lot of work to do and despite the clamour for him to play he needs to earn that right like everyone else. No player is bigger then the club comes to mind.
Ritchie- contributed to the highlight of the Brighton game with his "wee dick" comment. Another player who gives his all and you know he'll cover each blade of grass if you needed him to do so. He falls into the category though if we got a decent enough bid and replacement he might leave before his legs run out.
Almiron- Finally bagged his first goal and has gone on to be our top scorer this season. A real danger man for us and long may it continue.
Saint Maximin - Player of the season without a doubt. A player who would have fit right into our Entertainers era, hopefully he remains loyal in the summer and the club holds firm as he'll definitely have attracted a lot of admirers, if he stays fit next year with some good signings around him he could be the catalyst for a push up the league.
Atsu- A bit part player, honest professional but I think he'll leave come the summer
Lazaro- hasn't really happened for him at all this season with Inter and ourselves, has the talent but I think he believes he is better then he actually is tbh. Saying that out of the 3 loan signings in January he has impressed me the most but I wouldn't be in a rush to fork out 25m for him if it could be spent on other areas.
Bentaleb- I think he hasn't done as bad as people are making out, obviously lack of football previously has caused some rustiness, if we did sign him permanently I think we'd see the best of him if given a pre-season and time to shake off the cobwebs.
[u]Forwards[/u]
Joelinton- Our big 40m summer signing who has failed to live up the price tag, like I said in regards to craft Krafth moving to a new league is never easy. I don't think he's a natural CF and goalscorer, I think his best moment this season have come when he's played on the wing or off another CF. I think he'll come good and needs the backing of the fans.
Gayle- the bench mark of the in limbo player is he good enough for the PL is he too good for the Championship. The one thing you can never fault is his effort I think he's the most natural finisher we have but needs to more consistent if we could bring in an upgrade for him I wouldn't be too sad to see him go.
Carroll- the prodigal son, I think he's done again OK, would have been nice to see him score, he might still of course if he is fit to play against Liverpool and that has been his main issue really his fitness, I think his a decent option though still
Muto- Another which falls into the category of it just hasn't worked for him has it, I'd love for it to as I think he has the talent but he just hasn't been able to show it, may well be sold come the summer.