moore_94 Posted 25 October 2021 Posted 25 October 2021 Wilf was visited by the Nigeria manager last week, looks like he could be back soon, cameo against Brighton? https://www.allnigeriasoccer.com/read_news.php?nid=41482 "Ndidi has been integral,committed and passionate member of the Super Eagles. The good news is that his second scan came out very good so he start training with his club and possibly play in their next game." 2
StanSP Posted 25 October 2021 Posted 25 October 2021 Love how we get more updates from Nigeria's manager than our own club 1 2
moore_94 Posted 25 October 2021 Posted 25 October 2021 3 minutes ago, StanSP said: Love how we get more updates from Nigeria's manager than our own club Literally whenever there is anything about the Nigerian duo it comes out in Nigerian news first 1 1
TAFKA Castroneves Posted 25 October 2021 Posted 25 October 2021 Here’s the interesting dilemma (for lack of a better word) we face when Wilf is back fit. Do we go back to a 2 CB partnership with the wing backs in a back four - sacrificing that third CB for him? Are we good enough to do this with him in the side - possibly? In theory it’s not a massive tactical departure from the 3 CBS as Wilf would drop back to cover the WBs going forward and creating our width, this also allows us to keep the two up top we need - and allows us to have Tielemans and Soumare as more box to box options. It could potentially be a natural step forward for this side - but we also do seem to do okay with 3 CBS - although it has shown Soyuncu this season to be slightly less comfortable and we’ve still shipped a few more goals than we like. What we thinking? 🦊 4
Foxes96 Posted 25 October 2021 Posted 25 October 2021 56 minutes ago, TAFKA Castroneves said: Here’s the interesting dilemma (for lack of a better word) we face when Wilf is back fit. Do we go back to a 2 CB partnership with the wing backs in a back four - sacrificing that third CB for him? Are we good enough to do this with him in the side - possibly? In theory it’s not a massive tactical departure from the 3 CBS as Wilf would drop back to cover the WBs going forward and creating our width, this also allows us to keep the two up top we need - and allows us to have Tielemans and Soumare as more box to box options. It could potentially be a natural step forward for this side - but we also do seem to do okay with 3 CBS - although it has shown Soyuncu this season to be slightly less comfortable and we’ve still shipped a few more goals than we like. What we thinking? 🦊 I agree I quite like the idea of a diamond, with Ndidi splitting the 2 CB’s when we are in possession allowing the wing backs to bomb on, and we can then congest the space in the middle when we are defending. On paper at least… However, may be out for another couple of weeks yet and then will likely be eased back in/ rotated with Soumaré etc. And then he’s got AFCON along with Kelechi and Amartey so may not be a conundrum we have to face particularly in the immediate future. 2
TAFKA Castroneves Posted 25 October 2021 Posted 25 October 2021 3 minutes ago, Foxes96 said: I agree I quite like the idea of a diamond, with Ndidi splitting the 2 CB’s when we are in possession allowing the wing backs to bomb on, and we can then congest the space in the middle when we are defending. On paper at least… However, may be out for another couple of weeks yet and then will likely be eased back in/ rotated with Soumaré etc. And then he’s got AFCON along with Kelechi and Amartey so may not be a conundrum we have to face particularly in the immediate future. Yeah agreed mate, something perhaps we should look as at a refresh heading into Feb/March once AFCON is done, until then hopefully we can solidify that defence a bit with the 3 at the back. We also potentially have players like KDH to consider who could do the Soumare role with a bit more exposure to top level football, he’s a secret ace in our pocket that we haven’t quite worked out yet. Also Barnes could potentially step into a complete forward role as he’s got the ability to do such. Looking at the bigger picture it’s great to have these decisions to make 😂 1
lcfc sheff Posted 26 October 2021 Posted 26 October 2021 Man Utd are crying out for him tbh, surely makes so much sense but wouldn’t be surprised if they went for another attacking player and just completely ignore their glaringly obvious problems at CM 1
Sly Posted 27 October 2021 Posted 27 October 2021 12 hours ago, lcfc sheff said: Man Utd are crying out for him tbh, surely makes so much sense but wouldn’t be surprised if they went for another attacking player and just completely ignore their glaringly obvious problems at CM I think they’ll go for Kessie, as he’s more attainable at a cheaper price with his current contract situation. 1
NaijaFox Posted 27 October 2021 Posted 27 October 2021 On 25/10/2021 at 14:37, Foxes96 said: I agree I quite like the idea of a diamond, with Ndidi splitting the 2 CB’s when we are in possession allowing the wing backs to bomb on, and we can then congest the space in the middle when we are defending. On paper at least… However, may be out for another couple of weeks yet and then will likely be eased back in/ rotated with Soumaré etc. And then he’s got AFCON along with Kelechi and Amartey so may not be a conundrum we have to face particularly in the immediate future. He's back in training... 1
Leeds Fox Posted 27 October 2021 Posted 27 October 2021 2 hours ago, NaijaFox said: He's back in training... Our African contingent really do seem like a good bunch to have around. Always happy, smiling and having a laugh. Great stuff. 3
eblair Posted 30 October 2021 Posted 30 October 2021 Think this is least we have missed him in the midfield; but god we miss him defending corners Goals against arsenal and Brentford both come from where Wilf occupies space when we defend corners really underrated part of his game, but he’s absolutely class at defending set pieces aerially 1
Switzfox Posted 30 October 2021 Posted 30 October 2021 He'll be back in soon. Soumare wasnt great today so unless we have a midfield 3 its welcome back Ndidi and bench for Soumare.
Farrington fox Posted 30 October 2021 Posted 30 October 2021 Straight back in. Soumare was poor today.
OhYesNdidi Posted 30 October 2021 Posted 30 October 2021 41 minutes ago, Farrington fox said: Straight back in. Soumare was poor today. Soumare was better than Tielemans overall. Tielemans played like he’d been drinking all morning. 1
Guest Kopfkino Posted 30 October 2021 Posted 30 October 2021 53 minutes ago, eblair said: Think this is least we have missed him in the midfield; but god we miss him defending corners Goals against arsenal and Brentford both come from where Wilf occupies space when we defend corners really underrated part of his game, but he’s absolutely class at defending set pieces aerially We’ve been shit at set pieces in the entirety of Brendan’s reign, Ndidi isn’t gonna solve the problem
eblair Posted 30 October 2021 Posted 30 October 2021 23 minutes ago, Kopfkino said: We’ve been shit at set pieces in the entirety of Brendan’s reign, Ndidi isn’t gonna solve the problem Reckon if you look at stats it is actually when Wilf is missing the real problem arises; might be wrong but remember last year when Wilf was out we started leaking from corners 1
Wymsey Posted 12 November 2021 Posted 12 November 2021 Real Madrid want him. https://www.leicestermercury.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/leicester-city-transfers-wilfred-ndidi-6195444
MPH Posted 12 November 2021 Posted 12 November 2021 (edited) 2 hours ago, Wymsey said: Real Madrid want him. https://www.leicestermercury.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/leicester-city-transfers-wilfred-ndidi-6195444 52 million? they forgot to add the King power premium, and the January premium and the fact he’s one of the best in the world in that position premium. it would have to be something astronomical for us to accept any offer in January. he’ll probably have an agreement that will see him leave at the end of the season. Edited 12 November 2021 by MPH
teblin Posted 12 November 2021 Posted 12 November 2021 6 hours ago, Wymsey said: Real Madrid want him. https://www.leicestermercury.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/leicester-city-transfers-wilfred-ndidi-6195444 If he wanted to go there, you couldn’t really stand In His way, you’d want the most money possible. problem is he’s pretty irreplaceable. Though I believe we already know he might be off.
jonny_wright Posted 12 November 2021 Posted 12 November 2021 Real Madrid prob see Leicester like they do Ajax – easy club to poach players from for reasonable money, like when Roma tried to pay 35m for Mahrez – Madrid wont pay what we want, fact! 1
Weller 7 Posted 12 November 2021 Posted 12 November 2021 24 minutes ago, jonny_wright said: Real Madrid prob see Leicester like they do Ajax – easy club to poach players from for reasonable money, like when Roma tried to pay 35m for Mahrez – Madrid wont pay what we want, fact! Real Madrid can't afford what we would want. 1
mozartfox Posted 12 November 2021 Posted 12 November 2021 Any Team selling to RM would probably want cash up front given they are Bankrupt. Severe Credit Risk taking a fee in instalments.
fox_up_north Posted 12 November 2021 Posted 12 November 2021 He's always seemed fairly happy here and I can see him being tempted BUT... Real Madrid don't have the lure they once did and it's public knowledge they don't have the money. It'd have to be cash upfront.
coolhandfox Posted 12 November 2021 Posted 12 November 2021 We aren't selling Ndidi to Real Madrid or anyone for 55m. His on a decent length contract and is probably our big asset
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