StanSP Posted 13 July 2019 Posted 13 July 2019 https://www.premierleague.com/news/1277052 Adrian Clarke looks at key areas where each Premier League club can improve ahead of the 2019/20 season. Leicester City Last week's double signing of Youri Tielemans and Ayoze Perez outlines Leicester's ambition for the 2019/20 campaign. Blessed with high energy levels, terrific technical skill and proven end product in the Premier League, the duo will significantly improve the Foxes' attacking options. Tielemans added quality during his 13 top-flight starts on loan from Monaco last season. He scored three goals, made four assists and lifted the whole team with his creative, box-to-box performances. The 22-year-old was also the catalyst for a sparkling end-of-season spell from Jamie Vardy, who enjoyed making incisive runs when the Belgian was on the ball. In the 1,030 minutes they played together, Tielemans and Vardy made Brendan Rodgers' side significantly more potent. Tielemans and Vardy impact 2018/19 - With Tielemans and Vardy - Rest of season Ave. goals scored - 1.6 - 1.2 Ave. points won - 1.5 - 1.3 Mins/Vardy goal - 93.6 - 242.6 Pressing from the front Perez's arrival is a clear signal of how Rodgers would like his team to play. The Spaniard is great at bursting into the box and scored 12 Premier League goals for Newcastle United in 2018/19. He will provide excellent support for Vardy, who netted 18 goals but looked isolated at times last season. Perez's off-the-ball work is also outstanding. He is quick across the turf, clever at anticipating and frequently retrieves possession. In fact, no other Premier League forward regains possession as effectively, so he should suit Leicester's counter-attacking style. Rodgers likes his side to press opponents and to that end has recruited the best ball-winning forward in the division. Best defending by forwards 2018/19 Tackles - Interceptions - Recoveries Perez 60 - Perez 42 - Perez 169 Richarlison 49 - Hoilett 32 - Richarlison 162 Hoilett 40 - Jimenez 26 - Mane 153 In many ways Perez will fill the void left by Shinji Okazaki, who combined so well with Vardy in their 2015/16 title-winning campaign. Capable of timing his runs into the penalty area, watch out for the forward latching on to quality crosses from the likes of James Maddison and Ben Chilwell. Cover for the first team The rest of this summer's business may focus on improving squad depth. Versatile James Justin, who can cover both full-back positions, has replaced the released Danny Simpson. But at centre-back Leicester still look a little light with just over four weeks to go until their opening match against Wolverhampton Wanderers. Harry Maguire, Jonny Evans and Wes Morgan will all feature plenty, but with the latter two both in their thirties Rogers may seek to introduce a younger man. Filip Benkovic, 21, and Caglar Soyuncu, 23, are options in his squad, but don't be surprised if one more centre-back is added. Overall, a little more pace at the back would not go amiss.
st albans fox Posted 13 July 2019 Posted 13 July 2019 Our ‘counter attacking style’ .......... it’s like these pundits are stuck in a time warp .......
fuchsntf Posted 13 July 2019 Posted 13 July 2019 6 minutes ago, StanSP said: https://www.premierleague.com/news/1277052 Adrian Clarke looks at key areas where each Premier League club can improve ahead of the 2019/20 season. Leicester City Last week's double signing of Youri Tielemans and Ayoze Perez outlines Leicester's ambition for the 2019/20 campaign. Blessed with high energy levels, terrific technical skill and proven end product in the Premier League, the duo will significantly improve the Foxes' attacking options. Tielemans added quality during his 13 top-flight starts on loan from Monaco last season. He scored three goals, made four assists and lifted the whole team with his creative, box-to-box performances. The 22-year-old was also the catalyst for a sparkling end-of-season spell from Jamie Vardy, who enjoyed making incisive runs when the Belgian was on the ball. In the 1,030 minutes they played together, Tielemans and Vardy made Brendan Rodgers' side significantly more potent. Tielemans and Vardy impact 2018/19 - With Tielemans and Vardy - Rest of season Ave. goals scored - 1.6 - 1.2 Ave. points won - 1.5 - 1.3 Mins/Vardy goal - 93.6 - 242.6 Pressing from the front Perez's arrival is a clear signal of how Rodgers would like his team to play. The Spaniard is great at bursting into the box and scored 12 Premier League goals for Newcastle United in 2018/19. He will provide excellent support for Vardy, who netted 18 goals but looked isolated at times last season. Perez's off-the-ball work is also outstanding. He is quick across the turf, clever at anticipating and frequently retrieves possession. In fact, no other Premier League forward regains possession as effectively, so he should suit Leicester's counter-attacking style. Rodgers likes his side to press opponents and to that end has recruited the best ball-winning forward in the division. Best defending by forwards 2018/19 Tackles - Interceptions - Recoveries Perez 60 - Perez 42 - Perez 169 Richarlison 49 - Hoilett 32 - Richarlison 162 Hoilett 40 - Jimenez 26 - Mane 153 In many ways Perez will fill the void left by Shinji Okazaki, who combined so well with Vardy in their 2015/16 title-winning campaign. Capable of timing his runs into the penalty area, watch out for the forward latching on to quality crosses from the likes of James Maddison and Ben Chilwell. Cover for the first team The rest of this summer's business may focus on improving squad depth. Versatile James Justin, who can cover both full-back positions, has replaced the released Danny Simpson. But at centre-back Leicester still look a little light with just over four weeks to go until their opening match against Wolverhampton Wanderers. Harry Maguire, Jonny Evans and Wes Morgan will all feature plenty, but with the latter two both in their thirties Rogers may seek to introduce a younger man. Filip Benkovic, 21, and Caglar Soyuncu, 23, are options in his squad, but don't be surprised if one more centre-back is added. Overall, a little more pace at the back would not go amiss. Sorry I see no reason why we need another CB,until we have seen quite a few games of Soyu & Benny.Even if we lose Maguire... Because if it becomes a thought then we say no to a Maguire move,unless we have someone already on the table..
Nicolo Barella Posted 13 July 2019 Posted 13 July 2019 Doesn't really know his stuff if he thinks Morgan will feature more over Benkovic and Soyuncu... That said, will take his glowing praise of our team very happily
Guest SO1 Posted 13 July 2019 Posted 13 July 2019 10 hours ago, st albans fox said: Our ‘counter attacking style’ .......... it’s like these pundits are stuck in a time warp ....... I just thought the same exact thing. And these guys get paid....in real money.
TheSomersetFox Posted 13 July 2019 Posted 13 July 2019 11 hours ago, StanSP said: https://www.premierleague.com/news/1277052 Pressing from the front Perez's arrival is a clear signal of how Rodgers would like his team to play. The Spaniard is great at bursting into the box and scored 12 Premier League goals for Newcastle United in 2018/19. He will provide excellent support for Vardy, who netted 18 goals but looked isolated at times last season. Perez's off-the-ball work is also outstanding. He is quick across the turf, clever at anticipating and frequently retrieves possession. In fact, no other Premier League forward regains possession as effectively, so he should suit Leicester's counter-attacking style. Rodgers likes his side to press opponents and to that end has recruited the best ball-winning forward in the division. Best defending by forwards 2018/19 Tackles - Interceptions - Recoveries Perez 60 - Perez 42 - Perez 169 Richarlison 49 - Hoilett 32 - Richarlison 162 Hoilett 40 - Jimenez 26 - Mane 153 In many ways Perez will fill the void left by Shinji Okazaki, who combined so well with Vardy in their 2015/16 title-winning campaign. Capable of timing his runs into the penalty area, watch out for the forward latching on to quality crosses from the likes of James Maddison and Ben Chilwell.. Love these stats. Think Ayoze is absolutely built for this team
Billy Big Balls Posted 13 July 2019 Posted 13 July 2019 4 minutes ago, Goober said: Love these stats. Think Ayoze is absolutely built for this team I feel that way too. At first I was sceptical but some of the stats about him are phenomenal and now I'm really excited to see how he does! Also the other thread about formations really does show the value he brings to the team. Because of his versatility we can easily switch between 2/3 formations without making changes. I'm sure he's a dream to work with for a tactical mastermind like Rodgers.
Raw Dykes Posted 13 July 2019 Posted 13 July 2019 7 minutes ago, Goober said: Love these stats. Think Ayoze is absolutely built for this team Same here. That's what stood out for me. I was already pleased to learn that he's the best ball-winning forward in the division, and then I saw he tops all three stats for tackles, interceptions and recoveries. Brilliant! Seems like a well-thought-out signing. Could be key to keeping the ball up the right end of the pitch, and also providing a stronger link between the midfield and Vardy.
Wizerud Posted 14 July 2019 Posted 14 July 2019 Wow they're really going out on a limb with that title. Attackers signed to improve Leicester attack.
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