Popular Post Ian Nacho Posted 5 June 2018 Popular Post Posted 5 June 2018 The only reason why people think he's awful is because they compare him to Mahrez. Any player we buy will be awful compared to Mahrez, the players we've already got are awful directly compared to Mahrez. 5
Callabinho Posted 5 June 2018 Posted 5 June 2018 It’s like the idea of having Hodgeson or Big sam as your manager... they’re not remotely Gucci so no one wants them, however they do a ****ing good job. Townsend is very much that, he is actually a decent player not groundbreaking but decent. I’d say he’s better than Albrighton, fairly dynamic, quick and isn’t afraid to shoot. Clearly has the ability and as the story goes under proper management can be a useful player. I’d be happy if he came here, it would give us something a bit different to turn to. 1
Dr The Singh Posted 5 June 2018 Posted 5 June 2018 A good winger, and good squad player. But I struggle to see how he fits Puel's passing game?
Realist Guy In The Room Posted 5 June 2018 Posted 5 June 2018 50 minutes ago, HankMarvin said: Any one care to explain why he would be an upgrade on Albrighton? Played extra games 22 of them upfront and basically has the same numbers as Albrighton who plays in a defensive winger role whats the upgrade? I think its a little harsh to say an upgrade on Albrighton as whilst fundamentally they play the same position, they have very differing qualities that will add different dynamics to the team as a whole. I think Puel sees Albrighton as our James Milner. A jack of all trades but a master of none. Will never let you down when called upon but is unlikely to set the world on fire. Townsend is a firework. A mass of unpredictability that can have an effect on a game or provide a spark for others to feed from. In that respect he’s very much like Diabate. If we’re setting up 4-2-3-1 which appears to be the favoured formation, we need the options of stability and chaos in equal measure. 1
Realist Guy In The Room Posted 5 June 2018 Posted 5 June 2018 30 minutes ago, Dr The Singh said: A good winger, and good squad player. But I struggle to see how he fits Puel's passing game? Eventually the passing stops and a cross or shot has to happen. Townsend can provide both but also contribute to the physical battle when needed in a more effective way than Demarai Grey or Diabate.
Jaspa Posted 5 June 2018 Posted 5 June 2018 46 minutes ago, Ian Nacho said: The only reason why people think he's awful is because they compare him to Mahrez. Any player we buy will be awful compared to Mahrez, the players we've already got are awful directly compared to Mahrez. Reason why I think he's awful is cause he's been an absolute journeyman his whole career and not one of his clubs has really tried to keep hold of him, seemingly not even his best mate Hodgson. We have Gray, Diabate, Albrighton who look like they're still gonna be with us next season, we have the space if Musa leaves and if Barnes doesn't step up for another squad player besides a top quality RW so I'm totally not against having someone above average for competition, just this guys been around for a while and he's a known quantity. Suppose its just very very mehh
Suzie the Fox Posted 5 June 2018 Posted 5 June 2018 13 minutes ago, SpazticChicken said: Reason why I think he's awful is cause he's been an absolute journeyman his whole career and not one of his clubs has really tried to keep hold of him, seemingly not even his best mate Hodgson. We have Gray, Diabate, Albrighton who look like they're still gonna be with us next season, we have the space if Musa leaves and if Barnes doesn't step up for another squad player besides a top quality RW so I'm totally not against having someone above average for competition, just this guys been around for a while and he's a known quantity. Suppose its just very very mehh Newcastle fans were super gutted tbh. They really rated him ... He didnt play much for them but he was an outstanding player in the small time he did. Im not saying he is a Mahrez replacement but he is a decent player. (And no im not his mum)
nepa fox Posted 5 June 2018 Posted 5 June 2018 Has pace, good on the ball. Experience. I' take a flyer on him, even if he'' on the bench
wokinghamfox Posted 6 June 2018 Posted 6 June 2018 Most talked about Leicester player that has never actually played for us.
mozartfox Posted 6 June 2018 Posted 6 June 2018 Just now, wokinghamfox said: Most talked about Leicester player that has never actually played for us. Nicky Maynard surely??
wokinghamfox Posted 6 June 2018 Posted 6 June 2018 2 minutes ago, mozartfox said: Nicky Maynard surely?? Overlooked him Mozartfox.
mozartfox Posted 6 June 2018 Posted 6 June 2018 1 minute ago, wokinghamfox said: Overlooked him Mozartfox. He is available in a free now. Gerrimin.
foxfanazer Posted 6 June 2018 Posted 6 June 2018 Need players to improve the starting 11. He doesn’t imo
Nick Posted 6 June 2018 Posted 6 June 2018 15 minutes ago, foxfanazer said: Need players to improve the starting 11. He doesn’t imo He improves the starting eleven if Mahrez leaves as he’s probably slightly better than our reserve bench but I agree this isn’t an option that floats my boat particularly.
Babylon Posted 6 June 2018 Posted 6 June 2018 15 minutes ago, foxfanazer said: Need players to improve the starting 11. He doesn’t imo How are we going to get someone to improve on Mahrez, reality is that we aren't. What we seem to be doing is trying to improve the overall strength of other areas, knowing we're going to take a hit with not being able to replace Mahrez. Which is the better way of going about it, rather than scrambling around trying to find someone who can replicate what he does. 1
CloudFox Posted 6 June 2018 Posted 6 June 2018 I don't think he's a bad player, but I wouldn't be remotely interested in him for our side. If we want direct wingers we need to give Diabaté and Gray a chance to develop. If we're looking for a player to add creativity in Riyad's absence (note: not 'replace' him), then we need to be identifying a creative winger/attacking mid instead. I don't see that Townsend offers that in the way we need it.
Katy Posted 6 June 2018 Posted 6 June 2018 I think we all know that we’re not going to ‘replace’ Riyad like for like but if we can manage to get someone who has some of his attributes (maybe minus the stroppiness) then we’ll be ok. The problem is there isn’t a lot of players like that about. I don’t think Townsend is the answer to any of our problems, personally.
foxfanazer Posted 6 June 2018 Posted 6 June 2018 7 minutes ago, Babylon said: How are we going to get someone to improve on Mahrez, reality is that we aren't. What we seem to be doing is trying to improve the overall strength of other areas, knowing we're going to take a hit with not being able to replace Mahrez. Which is the better way of going about it, rather than scrambling around trying to find someone who can replicate what he does. Even without Mahrez I don’t see it as a big enough improvement to the team. Squad player for me but doubt he’d come for that
Guest Chocolate Teapot Posted 6 June 2018 Posted 6 June 2018 I actually don't mind Townsend, think he's better than some give credit - a more skilful version of Albrighton, but not really a Mahrez replacement - that said I think we will replace Mahrez with two players (a 10 and a winger) rather than one.
Babylon Posted 6 June 2018 Posted 6 June 2018 3 minutes ago, Abrasive fox said: I actually don't mind Townsend, think he's better than some give credit - a more skilful version of Albrighton, but not really a Mahrez replacement - that said I think we will replace Mahrez with two players (a 10 and a winger) rather than one. Potentially a positive for the team to have other players pick up some of the slack. We've got away with someone like Simpson being rubbish going forward because Mahrez was so good. 1
Guest Chocolate Teapot Posted 6 June 2018 Posted 6 June 2018 7 minutes ago, Babylon said: Potentially a positive for the team to have other players pick up some of the slack. We've got away with someone like Simpson being rubbish going forward because Mahrez was so good. And makes us less predictable with our tactics of give it to mahrez and expect him to do something. Will make it harder for us to be worked out.
Stevosevic Posted 6 June 2018 Author Posted 6 June 2018 4 minutes ago, Abrasive fox said: And makes us less predictable with our tactics of give it to mahrez and expect him to do something. Will make it harder for us to be worked out. Couldn't we have just signed a decent creative number 10 in the last 2 years while we still had Mahrez? That would have made us less predictable. I'm not sure why it's taken the sale of Mahrez to invest in this position as we've been crying out for it since we won the league.
FoxinNotts Posted 6 June 2018 Posted 6 June 2018 1 minute ago, Stevosevic said: Couldn't we have just signed a decent creative number 10 in the last 2 years while we still had Mahrez? That would have made us less predictable. I'm not sure why it's taken the sale of Mahrez to invest in this position as we've been crying out for it since we won the league. Seems so obvious to most of us, doesn’t it ?
Guest Chocolate Teapot Posted 6 June 2018 Posted 6 June 2018 (edited) 17 minutes ago, Stevosevic said: Couldn't we have just signed a decent creative number 10 in the last 2 years while we still had Mahrez? That would have made us less predictable. I'm not sure why it's taken the sale of Mahrez to invest in this position as we've been crying out for it since we won the league. Completely agree. No idea why it took us this long to replace Simpson either..... And that's if Perreira is any good. Edited 6 June 2018 by Abrasive fox
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