Arthur Wedge
Well-known member
We have missed it , hence why we need someone like Wharton to play those balls
We have missed it , hence why we need someone like Wharton to play those balls
clubchamp98
Journeyman Pro
Can’t agree there .
He had Gakpo and Salah in front of him most of the season and both were awful.
Once we lost Eketike we were shocking up front
Neilds
Assistant Pro
So their performances were never bigged up because of their assists from corners, etc?Can’t recall Robertson scoring many free kicks or any
And Trents passing ability is one of the best in the world
clubchamp98
Journeyman Pro
TAA was more criticised for his defending and didn’t get enough praise for his attacking play.
He got caught out at the back a lot.
But Klopp factored that in the way he set up the team.
Robbo was a great defender but not a patch on TAA with the ball.
Arthur Wedge
Well-known member
They were two attacking full backs who provided exactly what the manager wanted , a lot of their role in the team was providing assists
They were two of the best full backs the prems seen over the last 10 years because of their consistent performances
Really strange hill to try and climb
Arthur Wedge
Well-known member
TAW did a big analysis of him and you can see many times the ball is on to switch and he doesn’t do it enough , when he was in the middle he was one of the biggest reasons why the play consistently slowed down in the middle when he drops back to get on the ball
He is someone who can run with the ball , get a decent cross on and get shots away , better suited higher and maybe a bit wider , it’s also why when he was right back he played better
Issue with the midfield was McAllister having massive drop in form and Gravenburch changing how he played last season and roaming too much and I don’t know why the manager changed the way Gravenburch played last season
We need a midfielder in who can dictate the pace of play better , can progress the ball , switch the play and ping those passes we lost since Trent went
PaulMdj
Well-known member
Reports on the BBC saying City have had an initial bid for Anderson turned down by Forest and are also interested in a couple of other players.
I find this quite weird from the point of view that they don’t have a manager.
I get that modern professionals should be able to adapt to how managers want them to play, but what if the new guy doesn’t rate a player or wants someone else to play a particular role.
I’d of thought City’s or anyone else without a manager would be making that the priority.
I find this quite weird from the point of view that they don’t have a manager.
I get that modern professionals should be able to adapt to how managers want them to play, but what if the new guy doesn’t rate a player or wants someone else to play a particular role.
I’d of thought City’s or anyone else without a manager would be making that the priority.
Beezerk
Money List Winner
Reports on the BBC saying City have had an initial bid for Anderson turned down by Forest and are also interested in a couple of other players.
I find this quite weird from the point of view that they don’t have a manager.
I get that modern professionals should be able to adapt to how managers want them to play, but what if the new guy doesn’t rate a player or wants someone else to play a particular role.
I’d of thought City’s or anyone else without a manager would be making that the priority.
Maybe they already have a manager lined up and he’s advising in the background?
Swango1980
Well-known member
When is the verdict of the 115 charges finally going to be revealed. I heard plenty of rumours it would be just after the end of the season. It would surely be in everyone's interest for this to happen asap, especially as the transfer window opens. Man City have just lost Pep, and they could potentially be facing a very high points deduction. Are these factors not potentially very off putting for a player thinking about signing for City?
The new manager is likely to be nowhere near Pep's level. Is there not a risk Man City could be facing a chaotic / unsettled spell? Especially if they get a huge points deduction. Maybe it doesn't get them relegated, but it may end their hopes of playing in Europe the season after next.
The new manager is likely to be nowhere near Pep's level. Is there not a risk Man City could be facing a chaotic / unsettled spell? Especially if they get a huge points deduction. Maybe it doesn't get them relegated, but it may end their hopes of playing in Europe the season after next.
irip
Head Pro
It seems clubs in this country are heading more towards the continental system where the people above the manager work on the transfers and the manager is just given the players to work with.Reports on the BBC saying City have had an initial bid for Anderson turned down by Forest and are also interested in a couple of other players.
I find this quite weird from the point of view that they don’t have a manager.
I get that modern professionals should be able to adapt to how managers want them to play, but what if the new guy doesn’t rate a player or wants someone else to play a particular role.
I’d of thought City’s or anyone else without a manager would be making that the priority.
I’m sure a manager will have a say in what position and style of player they would like at most clubs then those above work on who to bring in
irip
Head Pro
I wonder if City know when it will be announced and if there is going to be a transfer ban and might be trying to get players in early knowing they can’t buy anyone after a certain date.
Just a thought rather than any evidence
PaulMdj
Well-known member
I’d expect that with a manager in position, but it can also have its downfalls, ie, Forest & Edu.
I just thought someone like City would of announced the Manager before chasing players.
Swango1980
Well-known member
Perhaps. You would think players and their agents would be hyper aware of the potential complications signing for City at the moment. In previous years, City was a very good option for most top players. Big salary, Pep and high liklihood you wouold be competing for trophies.
No Pep, but the other factors may still apply next year. Or, they may dramatically be ruled out if the charges are significant, and the new manager struggles. They'll still get paid very well, but I'm sure some players may think twice, whereas last summer they may have jumped at the chance to sign for City.
Arthur Wedge
Well-known member
Maresca is the man coming in
irip
Head Pro
It could be a double edged sword.
If they get a transfer ban they can’t sign anyone.
If they try and sign a player they could be put off not knowing what the punishments may be.
Neilds
Assistant Pro
Wrong thread
Arthur Wedge
Well-known member
Ibrahima Konate outlines battle with depression after deaths of Diogo Jota and father
Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konate opens up on how the deaths of team-mate Diogo Jota and his father left him battling depression during his final season at the club.
www.bbc.co.uk
Still believe that what happened with Jota had a huge impact on the players
nickjdavis
Head Pro
I guess there are certain players who will be the subject of a LOT of interest domestically, who are known quality, and it may be in City's best interests to strike early despite publicly having no manager, especially before a WC, where a player might be exposed to a much wider audience and generate more interest.
Anderson would be one such player in that bracket.
irip
Head Pro
It’s a different system than what we are used to that’s for sure.
I could see some instances where a player isn’t fancied by the manager and ends up not playing at all having just transferred.
I suppose with someone like City they are looking at top players rather than taking a punt on someone.
Any manager you would think would be happy to have Anderson in their squad
PaulMdj
Well-known member
I understand about certain players having interest in them, but with a lot of uncertainty over the manager, charges etc there’s going to be a lot of issues to be ironed out, plus, does it put the player in a more powerful position when it comes to negotiations.
