Yunus Akgün Officially Signs!

[pmcla26]

I went on Saturday with 3 people who are all football fans but don't support Leicester - they all come away asking me who he was as they thought he stood out on the day, alongside Nelson and Stolarczyk. 

[ceebeefox]

As we’re likened to Man City’s playing style, he’s our Bernardo Silva, poor man’s maybe but has dribbling skills and can pick a pass too, bargain at 7 million.

[egg_fried_rice]

I'd like to see him given more time playing from the wing. That's always been his position prior to joining us. He wont beat a man for pace like Abdul or Stephy, but he's clearly got great dribbling skills and can pass, so I think we could do a lot worse - especially during Abdul's ban.

[KingsX]

Get minutes into this kid so we can at least make an informed decision.

 

With FFP reshaping the market (especially the middle-income market), player values are dropping fast.  We might be able to negotiate an Italian-style discount, or at least move some of the fee into incentives.

[Durnerz]

Needs to release the ball quicker and get his head up but looks a prospect. 

[Clever Fox]

With Enzo's influence I expect him to kick on and be an Asset to the Squad.

 

He's more of a midfielder than a Winger as he never seemed to take anyone on when playing on the Wing.

 

I'd play him in the 8 role and KDH in the 10  This would get us the best out of both I feel.

[EastAnglianFox]

I really like him, cracking attitude and think the Prem will actually suit him better than the Championship.

[westernpark]

Should have played ahead of Praet simply on the basis of him actually wanting to play. Now is time for his run of games

[FoxesWalk]

He’s technically superb, and works really hard, with confidence he can be a great player for us. Only real question mark is his physicality.

[coolhandfox]

Massive difference in his pressing compared to Praet.

[hejammy]

Praet again just seemed liked he couldn't be bothered. Didn't see him jump once for a 50/50 header, we were miles better when Yunus came on. 

 

[foxile5]

I'm glad he's getting a sniff.

 

I still think he's in an audition with Fatuwu and the last couple of games haven't done his chances harm.

[The whole world smiles]

Give him a run of starts. 

[HybridFox]

Sign him up sign him up 

[Cropwellfox]

Just cannot see why Enzo would pick Praet over Yunus. Beyond belief. 

[StriderHiryu]

16 minutes ago, westernpark said:

Should have played ahead of Praet simply on the basis of him actually wanting to play. Now is time for his run of games

100% this!

[HybridFox]

2 minutes ago, Cropwellfox said:

Just cannot see why Enzo would pick Praet over Yunus. Beyond belief. 

Being a Praet if you ask me 

[phoneticerror]

14 minutes ago, coolhandfox said:

Massive difference in his pressing compared to Praet.

The lad has fight and shows he cares which goes a long way. It’s nice to see him scoring in consecutive matches.

[coolhandfox]

2 minutes ago, phoneticerror said:

The lad has fight and shows he cares which goes a long way. It’s nice to see him scoring in consecutive matches.

Yes, shows a lot of desire and heart.

[VLC86]

Glad to see him add some end product, long may it continue.

[Noahfence]

Whether it works out here or not at least he gives it everything and looks like he enjoys it. Unlike certain Belgian midfielders 

[Beechey]

I love his attitude 

[StriderHiryu]

24 minutes ago, coolhandfox said:

Yes, shows a lot of desire and heart.

He's got quality too. Desire and heart would also apply to McAteer, but after that brilliant spell at the start of the season, goals have dried up for him and once Fatawu is back, he'll go back to the bench.

 

Akgun is technical. He can get out of trouble and plays some good passes. I feel like he's learning the position, the system and getting used to English football and culture in general, but I see him improving. Is he good enough to be a starter for Leicester in the Premier League? Probably not to be honest, which is likely why we are trying to sign another 8, but I think he's a good squad player to have at minimum. I also feel he does have high potential, though it would be tricky if he gets there. Adrien Silva was genuinely considered one of the best midfielders in the Portuguese league but could not hack English football. Iborra was powerfully built, but not fast or mobile enough to cement his place here. Smaller players have made it here; Modric, David Silva, Bernardo Silva, Fabregas to some extent. But these players were top draw at the technical side.

 

I would really like to see him get a run of games. I have always felt he does more on the pitch than Casadei. Cesare did score goals, but now Yunus is just one behind and has played a lot less games.

[Unabomber]

Was very impressed with his attitude and pressing. Looking like he’s trying to prove a point and I am very happy for him. 

[Unabomber]

Praet started in one last bid to sell him tomorrow. Clearly not going to have worked