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I just think On the list of players to get out of the club he’s low on the list for me, based on what we’d get for him in conjunction with what he offers on and off the pitch. Basically he’s a great player who because of his previous injuries isn’t going to command the fee that will offset his loss. There’s more obvious players that don’t have Ricardo’s influence but despite that will command more of a fee that we should be looking to move on if possible.

The later quote says only 500 new ones?? So is it 500 or 2300? I’m assuming it’s the 500 figure that’s the correct one?

Well I really liked Enzo’s football, there was a plan on and off the ball and a structure and it worked well as we won the league. It also ensured we were able to utilise Ricardo very effectively in the absolutely key and complex inverted fullback role that acknowledged his outstanding technique and ability AND managed his physicality. He was never given that full opportunity before Enzo and certainly not after when he was managed terribly by Cooper. Your point comparing the leagues is presumably that The Championship is easier on the body and that’s why Ricardo managed so many appearances last time? Whilst I don’t necessarily agree with you, that’s where we are going to be next year so what’s wrong with keeping him around?

Yes He needs to be treated with respect to his ability but also his medical history. Enzo managed him respectfully to the extent that he played 39 league games last season, more than in any other season for us. Cooper did the exact opposite, ignored him, gave him no opportunity to get match fit in pre season and nor at the start of the season and that resulted in a bad strain (hamstring) injury when Cooper suddenly decided he needed him v Ipswich away.

That’s in part because Cooper gave him minimal minutes in the preseason matches and then benched him during the first part of his tenure and then suddenly expected him to play 90mins. No stepping of minutes - it went from nothing to full on. That is not how you manage Ricardo!

Everything was straight at him in that Watford match…. And it was against Watford.

It was more simple than that

The excellent analysis of ELk by Euro Expert that I posted a link to a couple of days ago highlights the fact that in a way you are both right. An excellent dribbler with outstanding technique who can see a pass, link up well and can score great goals, but who also can get caught on the ball, isn’t always aware of what’s going on around him, gives it away a bit too much and doesn’t assist or score enough. Euro Expert even goes as far to analyse his kicking technique to try and explain why he doesn’t score as much as he should. I hope he stays and continues to improve with us in The Championship but him missing the final match of the season for ‘personal reasons’ was either coincidence or for me the sign of a player looking to leave (and maybe his PSR stricken club holding the door ajar for him.)

This was undoubtedly the best thing he did in a Leicester City kit

I’m completely confused. You just said you liked Cooper and yet In your precious post you stated - ‘it was, and has always been about entertainment for me’ - Cooper most definitely did not play entertaining football at Leicester!!

Daka played enough to demonstrate he is our the worst player. Ran closest by BDCR imo.

Anyone who has watched Daka’s LCFC career under countless managers will tell you that this would be an utterly pointless exercise. You can’t fix a lack of ability.

And on top of that did Martin ignore the Southampton fans after every home game?

The point I was making is anyone is better than RVN. There’s absolutely no way Rosenior is leaving Strasbourg to drop down to The Championship having just signed a new contract and with his team playing in European competition next season. As for Rohl, where has he shown anything above mediocrity in his time here at England?

It’s massive mate. Can’t you access Twitter?

Some brilliant analysis of ELK on Twitter by Euro Expert Alex. Makes a lot of sense.

Schlupp is twice the player that VK is

I’m at the point that I’ll take anyone over Ruud. I share a lot of that concerns about Martin that most of you do but if he did get the job I’d support him - there’s no point not giving him a chance - even Cooper was given every opportunity by the fans.I actually appreciated Enzo ball and Martin is closer to that. I’d rather have Martin to Dyche but I’d get behind him too despite the hoofball. Ruud has to go. He showed minimal respect to the fans after games and made crazy selections the whole time he was here, culminating in VK on the wing yesterday whilst Monga watched from the bench.

Season ticket at Citeh and when they aren’t playing will be at Anstey Nomads who were far more enjoyable to watch than the foxes this season!

VK will be made up with a rating over 3 for his wing play. Playing out of position he’s managed to get a higher score than the usual 2/10 he gets playing at fullback. He must’ve got tips from the injured but previously consistent 3/10 winger Bobby Reid.

I was the poster and I didn’t say there wasn’t an example. I was saying I preferred a fit Ricardo. I said that generally this season JJ’s been poor in defence (he’s not the only one) and in supporting the attack and I think that’s a reasonable comment even considering the Vardy assist, the Arsenal game and the slight upturn in performances recently (after relegation was confirmed and the pressure was off.)

The relegation aspect of the league which is absolutely vital to the health of the pyramid system was the least competitive premier league season I can ever remember. Yes the three teams were shit but by such a distance as to be a massive concern. Look at the goal differences - Leicester -47, Ipswich -46, Southampton -60. The fourth worst goal difference was West Ham on -16. There’s an absolute chasm.

You don’t base an assessment of a player’s season on one assist in a dead rubber against a club that has obtained 12 points all season right? Next thing you’ll be telling me Patson Daka has had a fantastic season because of the goal he scored against WHam.😂

Playing VK on the wing today shows how out of his depth RVN is. It’s almost disrespectful to the club and the fans it’s that bad a decision. With that in mind a text message sacking would be absolutely reasonable.

There’s still a noticeable improvement when Ricardo plays at right back instead of JJ. He’s stuck with it tbf but he’s still had a season to forget - he’s looked weak in defence and not really confident to help in attack.