Mole_Toonfan Posted May 31, 2017 Share Posted May 31, 2017 Honestly he has all the tools, i have seen him utterly dominate Costa for example. But he has had concentration issues which holds him back, i trust Rafa can reign him in though. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parsley Posted May 31, 2017 Share Posted May 31, 2017 Main complaint from Man City fans seems to be that he isn't comfortable on the ball: http://forums.bluemoon-mcfc.co.uk/threads/eliaquim-mangala-on-loan-at-valencia.320616/ Good athlete though and seems to have done quite well at Valencia. He's a lefty as well which Rafa likes. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mole_Toonfan Posted May 31, 2017 Share Posted May 31, 2017 Being comfortable on the ball isn't quite as important as long as he's playing with Mbemba or Clark to offset that as both are very good on the ball. Obviously with Lascelles it might be an issue. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRon Posted May 31, 2017 Share Posted May 31, 2017 I wonder if Mangala is one of those defenders who would look better in a side which puts more emphasis on shape and discipline like Rafa's teams? City remind me a bit of Keegan's teams, great to watch but probably not the easiest to play for as a defender. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kanj Posted May 31, 2017 Share Posted May 31, 2017 Liverpool supporting mates of mine seemed to absolutely hate Sakho's ability on the ball too - I haven't a clue if they're correct or anything - I've always rated him as a really good leader (former PSG captain, right?) and always wished we had signed him (in hindsight) over Mapou. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mole_Toonfan Posted May 31, 2017 Share Posted May 31, 2017 Liverpool supporting mates of mine seemed to absolutely hate Sakho's ability on the ball too - I haven't a clue if they're correct or anything - I've always rated him as a really good leader (former PSG captain, right?) and always wished we had signed him (in hindsight) over Mapou. Sorta, i wouldn't say it's massively awful but he looks a bit uncomfortable on it at times. Taking 2-3 more touches than he should to get it under control etc etc. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kanj Posted May 31, 2017 Share Posted May 31, 2017 Loves to use his left foot and hit a powerful pass to people 5 yards from him Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrmojorisin75 Posted May 31, 2017 Share Posted May 31, 2017 I wonder if Mangala is one of those defenders who would look better in a side which puts more emphasis on shape and discipline like Rafa's teams? City remind me a bit of Keegan's teams, great to watch but probably not the easiest to play for as a defender. people were saying the same for that lad at boro right? looked good in karankas iron wall team but people suspect he'll be gash in a more open team Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parky Posted May 31, 2017 Share Posted May 31, 2017 Think Mangala would be fine with a solid structure around him and the drilling that Benny does. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disco Posted May 31, 2017 Share Posted May 31, 2017 This Twitter bollocks been mentioned yet? https://twitter.com/DennisMirpuri/status/869654849066901504 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
nemtizz Posted May 31, 2017 Share Posted May 31, 2017 If there was ever a single game that sums up Mangala it's Barca away this season. Not a fan of him but Rafa obviously knows what he wants from a CB. Doesn't mean he won't sign duds, mind. Might be harsh to judge him solely on his time at Valencia given their troubles but it's all I have seen of him. Wouldn't be surprised if he was class or utter shit. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
afar Posted May 31, 2017 Share Posted May 31, 2017 This Twitter bollocks been mentioned yet? https://twitter.com/DennisMirpuri/status/869654849066901504 Can't see us winning any straight fight with the team who'll be playing for the Champions League title. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seymour Posted May 31, 2017 Share Posted May 31, 2017 Only played 20 games for them last year? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
taxfree Posted May 31, 2017 Share Posted May 31, 2017 This Twitter bollocks been mentioned yet? https://twitter.com/DennisMirpuri/status/869654849066901504 Can't see us winning any straight fight with the team who'll be playing for the Champions League title. It's a sharp contrast for sure, but obviously it wouldn't be down to a straight fight if he came here. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billy Pilgrim Posted May 31, 2017 Share Posted May 31, 2017 Liverpool supporting mates of mine seemed to absolutely hate Sakho's ability on the ball too - I haven't a clue if they're correct or anything - I've always rated him as a really good leader (former PSG captain, right?) and always wished we had signed him (in hindsight) over Mapou. He's an uncomfortable player to watch. All arms and legs, his posture makes him look panicky but actually he's generally alright on the ball and has a decent range of passing. As for Mangala, every time I've seen him he looks utterly brainless. Physically he's ideal for a centre half but during a match he has the look of a man who is wondering whether his wife is looking through his phone. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
taxfree Posted May 31, 2017 Share Posted May 31, 2017 Liverpool supporting mates of mine seemed to absolutely hate Sakho's ability on the ball too - I haven't a clue if they're correct or anything - I've always rated him as a really good leader (former PSG captain, right?) and always wished we had signed him (in hindsight) over Mapou. He's an uncomfortable player to watch. All arms and legs, his posture makes him look panicky but actually he's generally alright on the ball and has a decent range of passing. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skeletor Posted May 31, 2017 Share Posted May 31, 2017 Isn't Mangala liable for a Bramble style clanger every now and again? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Odear Posted May 31, 2017 Share Posted May 31, 2017 Isn't Mangala liable for a Bramble style clanger every now and again? Every one of them are prone to to that. If Bramble had a brain he could have been a force of nature. Not to be though. It's very easy for good players to get lost at a club like City or Chelsea with unlimited funds.. they know that one or two bad games and they'll just buy someone else. Here they'll fit in if they show the right attitude.. there's a reason City paid so much for him, just needs to be coaxed out of him in a safer environment. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
louistoon Posted May 31, 2017 Share Posted May 31, 2017 This Twitter bollocks been mentioned yet? https://twitter.com/DennisMirpuri/status/869654849066901504 Can't see us winning any straight fight with the team who'll be playing for the Champions League title. It's a sharp contrast for sure, but obviously it wouldn't be down to a straight fight if he came here. first link in google says he's always dreamed of playing in the PL. Also given the amount of racial abuse black players get in Italy I could see why he may want to come here. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nobody Posted May 31, 2017 Share Posted May 31, 2017 This Twitter bollocks been mentioned yet? https://twitter.com/DennisMirpuri/status/869654849066901504 Desperate to play in black and white? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parky Posted May 31, 2017 Share Posted May 31, 2017 Isn't Mangala liable for a Bramble style clanger every now and again? Every one of them are prone to to that. If Bramble had a brain he could have been a force of nature. Not to be though. It's very easy for good players to get lost at a club like City or Chelsea with unlimited funds.. they know that one or two bad games and they'll just buy someone else. Here they'll fit in if they show the right attitude.. there's a reason City paid so much for him, just needs to be coaxed out of him in a safer environment. Was saying he can still work with Guardiola. Even though it's clear he isn't fancied at City. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seymour Posted May 31, 2017 Share Posted May 31, 2017 Afriyie Acquah only made 13 starts for Torino last year Not sure why Juventus would be interested Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
captainhaircut Posted May 31, 2017 Share Posted May 31, 2017 According to transfermarkt, he's represented by a company who predominately manage English players. Will probably just be agents trying peddle him to an English club. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRon Posted May 31, 2017 Share Posted May 31, 2017 If there was ever a single game that sums up Mangala it's Barca away this season. Not a fan of him but Rafa obviously knows what he wants from a CB. Doesn't mean he won't sign duds, mind. Might be harsh to judge him solely on his time at Valencia given their troubles but it's all I have seen of him. Wouldn't be surprised if he was class or utter shit. There was those exact same doubts about Clark last season. I know the old 'In Rafa we trust' gets a bit tedious, but he's probably as good a manager as any to give the benefit of the doubt. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mole_Toonfan Posted May 31, 2017 Share Posted May 31, 2017 Especially when it comes to defenders, been saying every single defensive target we have been linked with so far i'd be happy with and part of it is because the manager is Rafa fucking Benitez. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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