Optimistic Nut Posted August 2, 2013 Share Posted August 2, 2013 I remember one game towards the end of last season when he was right-back and he still favoured cutting inside. Maybe he just naturally prefers getting to the byline and pulling it back rather than whipping a cross in. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LRD Posted August 2, 2013 Share Posted August 2, 2013 I remember one game towards the end of last season when he was right-back and he still favoured cutting inside. Maybe he just naturally prefers getting to the byline and pulling it back rather than whipping a cross in. That reminds me of Jonas playing on the right, stopping the ball, then using his left foot to cross it in. Was truly a facepalm moment. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AyeDubbleYoo Posted August 2, 2013 Share Posted August 2, 2013 It's just over-thinking things to want Santon anywhere other than LB. He's good there, he seems to like it, yes he cuts in a bit much but coaching and a LW who can go outside will help. I would concentrate on addressing the stuff that's actually a problem. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted August 2, 2013 Share Posted August 2, 2013 It's just over-thinking things to want Santon anywhere other than LB. He's good there, he seems to like it, yes he cuts in a bit much but coaching and a LW who can go outside will help. I would concentrate on addressing the stuff that's actually a problem. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
arnonel Posted August 2, 2013 Share Posted August 2, 2013 I dont think the cutting is a problem. Watch Baines do the "under-lap" - always loads of space there. I agree. He is a good attacking LB and should be nurtured there. Still young, and gaining loads of experience Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cronky Posted August 2, 2013 Share Posted August 2, 2013 It's just over-thinking things to want Santon anywhere other than LB. He's good there, he seems to like it, yes he cuts in a bit much but coaching and a LW who can go outside will help. I would concentrate on addressing the stuff that's actually a problem. My concern is that cutting inside seems to be his only option at the moment. He really cannot hit a cross with his left foot. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The College Dropout Posted August 2, 2013 Share Posted August 2, 2013 He looked great in that RWB/RM position against Wigan. Roberto Carlos knew how to play as a LB - Santon doesn't. IMO he has just as much chance as transitioning well to a midfielder/attacker role ala Bale as he does being bad at it ala Carlos. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The College Dropout Posted August 2, 2013 Share Posted August 2, 2013 I dont think the cutting is a problem. Watch Baines do the "under-lap" - always loads of space there. But Baines is able to run down the wide side of the RCB and shoot across goal or cross with great pace with his left. Santon can't do that. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NG32 Posted August 2, 2013 Share Posted August 2, 2013 Debuchey at RB, santon in front of him if we play a 442. Overlap sexyness Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest neesy111 Posted August 2, 2013 Share Posted August 2, 2013 I still believe one of the main reason's Jonas is picked is to cover for Santon at LB. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
arnonel Posted August 2, 2013 Share Posted August 2, 2013 Ben Arfa also cuts in all the time. No issues there.... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kasper Posted August 2, 2013 Share Posted August 2, 2013 This thread really says a lot about our transfer activity Discussion in the last pages about manager's part in team being good or bad, debt or no debt, where should we play Santon. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest neesy111 Posted August 2, 2013 Share Posted August 2, 2013 Ben Arfa also cuts in all the time. No issues there.... I have an issue with that tbh, but it's because I don't think he's a winger. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrmojorisin75 Posted August 2, 2013 Share Posted August 2, 2013 Debuchey at RB, santon in front of him if we play a 442. Overlap sexyness if we went 4-4-2 and didn't sign a left winger this is the only thing that makes any sense tbh...not doing it would be suicide Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
arnonel Posted August 2, 2013 Share Posted August 2, 2013 When you cut in, by definition you are attacking the defenders weaker side. Would it be great to have a 2 footed attacker, yes. It would be great to have someone who was awesome all round, but ill accept Santon at LB, and Ben Arfa at RW Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
nufc4eva Posted August 2, 2013 Share Posted August 2, 2013 Attacking from deep suits Santon, further forward I think he would have less space and struggle. Only one way to find out though. Also think he is much better on left than right back. Btw seriously are we no closer to signing anyone. Bairn born on Wed so wirlwind few and only really checking now and cant believe its the same shit Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRon Posted August 2, 2013 Share Posted August 2, 2013 It's just over-thinking things to want Santon anywhere other than LB. He's good there, he seems to like it, yes he cuts in a bit much but coaching and a LW who can go outside will help. I would concentrate on addressing the stuff that's actually a problem. The LW supply line is still not being addressed or even recognised as an area which needs rectifying. That's the issue for me and I think it will cause problems again next season, unless Remy likes playing out wide. He seems more like a genuine striker to me, but maybe he'll be able to do a job. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NG32 Posted August 2, 2013 Share Posted August 2, 2013 Attacking from deep suits Santon, further forward I think he would have less space and struggle. Only one way to find out though. Also think he is much better on left than right back. Btw seriously are we no closer to signing anyone. Bairn born on Wed so wirlwind few and only really checking now and cant believe its the same s*** We usually sit really deep anway lulzz Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest bimpy474 Posted August 2, 2013 Share Posted August 2, 2013 Attacking from deep suits Santon, further forward I think he would have less space and struggle. Only one way to find out though. Also think he is much better on left than right back. Btw seriously are we no closer to signing anyone. Bairn born on Wed so wirlwind few and only really checking now and cant believe its the same shit Well done pops Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimburst Posted August 2, 2013 Share Posted August 2, 2013 Attacking from deep suits Santon, further forward I think he would have less space and struggle. Only one way to find out though. Also think he is much better on left than right back. Btw seriously are we no closer to signing anyone. Bairn born on Wed so wirlwind few and only really checking now and cant believe its the same shit Well done pops Aye, congratulations! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mole_Toonfan Posted August 2, 2013 Share Posted August 2, 2013 I don't have any issues with Ben Arfa cutting in because we have Debuchy adding width on the outside. That's the problem with the left side, with Santon cutting in you need a LW going on the outside. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AyeDubbleYoo Posted August 2, 2013 Share Posted August 2, 2013 I don't have any issues with Ben Arfa cutting in because we have Debuchy adding width on the outside. That's the problem with the left side, with Santon cutting in you need a LW going on the outside. My feelings as well basically. If we buy someone to play on the left, it would be a massive advantage if they were left footed. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRon Posted August 2, 2013 Share Posted August 2, 2013 I don't have any issues with Ben Arfa cutting in because we have Debuchy adding width on the outside. That's the problem with the left side, with Santon cutting in you need a LW going on the outside. Basically yes. I wonder if anyone has even identified this at the club? Pardew has made plenty of noise about strikers but he's been fairly quiet on wide players. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mole_Toonfan Posted August 2, 2013 Share Posted August 2, 2013 Pete Graves @PeteGravesSky 1m Busy Kinnear in Gomis/Bent/Remy talks. #NUFC would take all three if agreements could be reached. But at least 2 new CFs should sign. #SSN wat Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
arnonel Posted August 2, 2013 Share Posted August 2, 2013 Makes sense if Shola goes, and Campbell goes on Loan. Most Prem league teams have 4 first team strikers. We have 1 if/when Shola goes. Wishful thinking though Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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