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Casadei

By Lambert09, in Transfer Talk

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StriderHiryu

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What kind of midfielder is he?

 

Casadei is versatile enough to play as a #6 (deep-lying midfielder), #8 (box-to-box midfielder) or #10 (advanced midfielder), but the consensus I pick up on from numerous writers is that he’s very much best as an #8 (according to CFC Central, Simon Johnson and James Horncastle - both of The Athletic).

 

Casadei’s playing style and qualities certainly make him a more attack-oriented than defensive option. In this deep dive on Casadei, which focuses on his time with Inter Milan’s under-19 side, CFC Central said he played as an #8 but “[functioned] as the primary link between midfield and attack”.

 

What really makes him stand out is his goal threat which, as Horncastle noted, was “more in common with a promising centre-forward” than a midfielder. In fact, Casadei hit a very impressive 14 goals in 30 league appearances for Inter Milan’s under-19 side last season. The secret to that record? His “intuitive movement and late runs into the box, displaying an impressive interpretation of where space is likely to open up”, as per CFC Central.

 

Perhaps inevitably, Casadei has drawn comparisons with Chelsea legend and all-round perfect example of ‘Midfielder Who Scored a Lot of Goals’ Frank Lampard. You can add ‘Midfielder Who Scored a Lot of Headed Goals’ Michael Ballack into the mix too: Casadei has developed a solid reputation for being a strong aerial threat.

 

“Standing at just above 6’1, Casadei is a colossus in the air. He possesses a strong, well-timed leap — his ability to attack crosses and attacking set-pieces aggressively, coupled with ability to ghost in unmarked, is reminiscent of Michael Ballack.”

A perfect example of the above came in a goal scored during a 3-3 draw with Manchester United’s under-21s this season. Casadei had a decent delivery from the left wing to work with, but had to generate his own power while picking out the bottom corner, which he did expertly, thanks to a really well timed jump.

 

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Otherwise, according to CFC Central, in possession Casadei is an accomplished passer with either foot, whether in a ‘pass and move’ setting or when looking to unlock an opposition defence with a through ball. He is however less adept as a ball carrier. Still, passing is a quality Reading haven’t had in their midfielders all that often in recent years.

 

Out of possession, he’s no light touch. Horncastle describes Casadei as a “hard-working” #8 while CFC Central notes the youngster’s endurance and willingness to get stuck into challenges. Paul Ince will lap all of that up and it’ll hopefully make him keener to throw Casadei into the fray. Casadei should be ready for the gruelling physical demands of the Championship.

 

 

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As tall and as strong as Ndidi, but with the technical fluency to play as a 6, 8 or 10, with finishing stats that would embarrass many strikers. Only downside is that he's young so will be inconsistent and won't belong to us, so will be massively painful when he leaves us after tearing this division apart.

 

Anyone that saw him at the U20 World Cup will tell you, this guy will go onto become an integral part of the Italian national team setup. If he really signs for us, he would be my early shout for young player of the season.

 

 

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An Sionnach

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1 hour ago, Nod.E said:

Yeah you're right, why don't we just spend £50m on a Maddison replacement?

We can't but don't expect a player of Maddison's ability. He showed some decent stuff for Reading but looks a sound player rather than a game changer.

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3 hours ago, westernpark said:

Problem is teams may walk through us with that midfield also. You’d hope for an Ndidi or Choudhury at times.

In the prem yes but think should get away and have to much of the ball to get walked through 

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2 hours ago, Swalshed said:

Agree with you. This is the main flaw in Enzo's plan. Winks may do well in possession, but he doesn't look strong out of possession, like Rodri at Man C

 

It will expose Vestergaard in particular 

Yes we saw it in some pre season games, even against Northampton. There’s not much cover, but that’s the tactics as well as individuals I think.

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1 hour ago, westernpark said:

Yes we saw it in some pre season games, even against Northampton. There’s not much cover, but that’s the tactics as well as individuals I think.

Which is why Ricardo is playing the position he will be. 

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From a who has impressed the most article

 

Cesare Casadei, Chelsea

Chelsea's Italian wonderkid was bought from Inter Milan last summer, and after spending time on loan at Reading, the more cynical fans may have been forgiven for wondering if he would get a look-in for the first-team given the club's recent history with loans. 

 

But the 20-year-old has thrilled fans and neutrals alike with his performances in pre-season, taking his stunning form from the Under 20 World Cup into the Blues tour of the US. 

Casadei ran the show from midfield in Chelsea's clash with Wrexham, which they won 5-0, assisting Christopher Nkunku's strike to make it 4-0 having caused the Welsh outfit constant problems with confident passing play and line-breaking runs from deep in central midfield. 

With midfielders notably short in number at Stamford Bridge, the Italian has well and truly put his hand up for selection with performances beyond his years highlighting that he has all the attributes needed to succeed at the highest level; a keen eye for a pass, confidence on the ball running through the middle, anticipation and awareness to get himself in the right positions, and the intelligence to pick out a crucial killer ball.  

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He is 20 , if he isn't in the Chelsea 25 then he isn't good enough for them. He should be good enough for us at the moment though , so give him a try. He played for a struggling team last season and was possibly dragged down by that. However if we make a decent start it may encourage him to achieve his best form. Don't expect Maddison mk2 though, he is nowhere near that class.

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11 minutes ago, An Sionnach said:

He is 20 , if he isn't in the Chelsea 25 then he isn't good enough for them. He should be good enough for us at the moment though , so give him a try. He played for a struggling team last season and was possibly dragged down by that. However if we make a decent start it may encourage him to achieve his best form. Don't expect Maddison mk2 though, he is nowhere near that class.

KDB wasn't good enough for Chelsea, neither was Salah.

 

Just saying....

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55 minutes ago, coolhandfox said:

KDB wasn't good enough for Chelsea, neither was Salah.

 

Just saying....

Yes, he could improve considerably or flat line like so many Chelsea youngsters. He will give us an option up front and we certainly need that.

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