ZeGuy Posted 19 July 2017 Share Posted 19 July 2017 1 hour ago, Col city fan said: This has become another utterly boring thread. There are certain posters who are just unwilling to discuss Slimani with any objectivity. It's pointless. When people are just so biased they just can't see any of a players shortcomings (or attributes) we ain't gonna get anywhere. It goes both ways. Others are hell bent on making him one of worst footballers/signings ever and refuse to see any quality in him. And they're very well represented in this thread. Misread, nevermind. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HighPeakFox Posted 19 July 2017 Share Posted 19 July 2017 9 minutes ago, ZeGuy said: It goes both ways. Others are hell bent on making him one of worst footballers/signings ever and refuse to see any quality in him. And they're very well represented in this thread. I believe that is the point Col was making... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZeGuy Posted 19 July 2017 Share Posted 19 July 2017 1 minute ago, HighPeakFox said: I believe that is the point Col was making... Nah, he explicitely mentioned the player's shortcomings. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HighPeakFox Posted 19 July 2017 Share Posted 19 July 2017 Just now, ZeGuy said: Nah, he explicitely mentioned the player's shortcomings. And immediately afterwards he offered the alternative to that of attributes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZeGuy Posted 19 July 2017 Share Posted 19 July 2017 1 minute ago, HighPeakFox said: And immediately afterwards he offered the alternative to that of attributes. My bad. Will amend my post accordingly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redouane Posted 19 July 2017 Share Posted 19 July 2017 His first touch and ball control weren't the best, but he has a far better showing than Ulloa and Shinji in my opinion. Missed a lot of chances, sure, but at least he took chances. Plus we knew of these shortcomings from the start, he is far more effective with the ball directed on his head. I'm sure he would've contributed even more with Albrighton and Fuchs on the pitch. Same applies to Vardy if Mahrez was on the pitch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sly Posted 19 July 2017 Share Posted 19 July 2017 I don’t get the Slimani hate? He has different attributes to Ulloa although they both fit the same type of striker mold. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cc_star Posted 19 July 2017 Share Posted 19 July 2017 1 hour ago, Redouane said: His first touch and ball control weren't the best, but he has a far better showing than Ulloa and Shinji in my opinion. Missed a lot of chances, sure, but at least he took chances. Plus we knew of these shortcomings from the start, he is far more effective with the ball directed on his head. I'm sure he would've contributed even more with Albrighton and Fuchs on the pitch. Same applies to Vardy if Mahrez was on the pitch. Spot on, on both points Slimani needed some crosses & Vardy would've benefitted from some guile Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waylander Posted 20 July 2017 Share Posted 20 July 2017 Jury still out on this one tooo shakes has work to do . ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EnglishOxide Posted 20 July 2017 Share Posted 20 July 2017 49 minutes ago, waylander said: Jury still out on this one tooo shakes has work to do . ? I think Shakespeare is content with Vardy/Slimani/Musa fighting it out for number one striker. Just depends on how much football Slim and Musa are happy to play. Then secondary striker is a fight between Iheanacho/Okazaki/Ulloa. If Shakespeare had any bollocks about him he would sell a couple out of Ulloa/Okazaki/Musa to make room for Sigurdsson. I'd like to see Slimani and Vardy work as a partnership but I just have no faith that it would click. Their styles don't compliment each other at all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waylander Posted 20 July 2017 Share Posted 20 July 2017 41 minutes ago, EnglishOxide said: I think Shakespeare is content with Vardy/Slimani/Musa fighting it out for number one striker. Just depends on how much football Slim and Musa are happy to play. Then secondary striker is a fight between Iheanacho/Okazaki/Ulloa. If Shakespeare had any bollocks about him he would sell a couple out of Ulloa/Okazaki/Musa to make room for Sigurdsson. I'd like to see Slimani and Vardy work as a partnership but I just have no faith that it would click. Their styles don't compliment each other at all. Sounds pretty spot on to me English. Nice round up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HighPeakFox Posted 20 July 2017 Share Posted 20 July 2017 I suspect once KI is in we'll see departures. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hack Posted 20 July 2017 Share Posted 20 July 2017 13 minutes ago, HighPeakFox said: I suspect once KI is in we'll see departures. Someone may have to leave but I am not sure it will be Slimani based on KI coming in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HighPeakFox Posted 20 July 2017 Share Posted 20 July 2017 21 minutes ago, Hack said: Someone may have to leave but I am not sure it will be Slimani based on KI coming in. I'd agree. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bamba's Babes Posted 20 July 2017 Share Posted 20 July 2017 For the love of God, keep Slimani and sell Ulloa. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
norwichfox Posted 20 July 2017 Share Posted 20 July 2017 38 minutes ago, Bamba's Babes said: For the love of God, keep Slimani and sell Ulloa. Unconvinced about any of the many gods (other than Vardy), but agree Slimani to be kept Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gerard Posted 20 July 2017 Share Posted 20 July 2017 45 minutes ago, Bamba's Babes said: For the love of God, keep Slimani and sell Ulloa. It's not just about ability but what is economically viable. If Iheanacho comes which looks 99% certain then our front two will more than likely be Vardy and Iheanacho. With no European football and playing mostly once a week there will be little scope for rotation. If we can get £25m for the 29 year old Slimani then it makes sense to sell him and keep Ulloa to fulfil his role in the squad, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TAFKA Castroneves Posted 20 July 2017 Share Posted 20 July 2017 On just one point he's historically known for taking a season or two to really hit his stride, when he was in his top spell for Sporting his first touch seemed a lot better (look at the youtube videos) - I do wonder however if he's going to get that un-interrupted run in the team game-to-game in order to bring him up to this level again. Kramaric you could tell was always a decent player but we couldn't give him the time to adjust as at the time we were looking in trouble with the drop. It's really a situation of we have to fully commit to him as a side if we want him, or he really should be allowed to leave, if history is correct - we'll never get the best out of him otherwise and it'll be a waste for both the club and for him as a player. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redouane Posted 20 July 2017 Share Posted 20 July 2017 10 minutes ago, TAFKA Castroneves said: On just one point he's historically known for taking a season or two to really hit his stride, when he was in his top spell for Sporting his first touch seemed a lot better (look at the youtube videos) - I do wonder however if he's going to get that un-interrupted run in the team game-to-game in order to bring him up to this level again. Kramaric you could tell was always a decent player but we couldn't give him the time to adjust as at the time we were looking in trouble with the drop. It's really a situation of we have to fully commit to him as a side if we want him, or he really should be allowed to leave, if history is correct - we'll never get the best out of him otherwise and it'll be a waste for both the club and for him as a player. I think Shakespeare might have plans for him afterall. Last season, Shakespeare found a system that worked and didn't have room or a need to try out other options. But with a full pre-season ahead, we can see if Slim is a good fit or not. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ian Nacho Posted 20 July 2017 Share Posted 20 July 2017 I think a short term loan until January would be useful to both parties in order for him to get some game time because at the moment I do prefer Ulloa. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lcfc sheff Posted 20 July 2017 Share Posted 20 July 2017 You should only worry about a striker when he isn't getting the chances to score, he'll have a good season I believe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seenitall Posted 20 July 2017 Share Posted 20 July 2017 Hilarious that some think Leo is a better bet than Slim - light years apart in taking chances and I think we've seen the best of Leo, not got close to that with Slimani yet, needs a good manager, over to you Shakey (or your replacement after Xmas) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chocolate Teapot Posted 20 July 2017 Author Share Posted 20 July 2017 3 minutes ago, seenitall said: Hilarious that some think Leo is a better bet than Slim - light years apart in taking chances and I think we've seen the best of Leo, not got close to that with Slimani yet, needs a good manager, over to you Shakey (or your replacement after Xmas) I don't think Leo is better than Slim, he's slightly more comfortable playing a lesser role, I also think Leo suits us more as his flick ons and hold up play is better. Slim plays on the shoulder, and does his best work in the box (he doesn't do a lot around it). In terms of the squad decision I get why Leo is being prioritised over Slim. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Babylon Posted 20 July 2017 Share Posted 20 July 2017 19 minutes ago, Abrasive fox said: I don't think Leo is better than Slim, he's slightly more comfortable playing a lesser role, I also think Leo suits us more as his flick ons and hold up play is better. Slim plays on the shoulder, and does his best work in the box (he doesn't do a lot around it). In terms of the squad decision I get why Leo is being prioritised over Slim. I suppose he smiles now and again and Slimani has born with resting bitch face, so it's Slim who is the mardy one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chocolate Teapot Posted 20 July 2017 Author Share Posted 20 July 2017 9 minutes ago, Babylon said: I suppose he smiles now and again and Slimani has born with resting bitch face, so it's Slim who is the mardy one. I do get your point but it's Fairly well documented but he kicked off because Ranieri explicitly told him they wouldn't sign another striker and then they did, and various other promises which were unfulfilled (new contract for one). It was a very personal fall out. Leo is a very popular member of the dressing room. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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