AyeDubbleYoo Posted February 10 Share Posted February 10 I guess some people don’t think his role was pivotal. Need to say regularly though, I like how much he cares and tries. Maybe too much sometimes. He just can’t play football very well sadly. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
STM Posted February 10 Share Posted February 10 His biggest weakness is his mental strength, you can see it in his body language, he's got imposter syndrome. He does all the easily teachable parts of the game really well, it's the bits where you need real technical quality which lets him down. When he has a run of games, he's a much better player but I really hope he never has that run of games because the team will suffer, which is a bit of a problem for him. Provided he's 5th/6th choice, I'm ok with him being here but will he be OK with that? And if he is, isn't that the problem entirely? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRon Posted February 10 Share Posted February 10 18 minutes ago, AyeDubbleYoo said: He’s not perfectly capable, he’s pretty low quality. But I agree with the rest. If it was up to me I would probably sell, but I understand the argument for keeping him. I would ideally like someone really experienced if Trippier leaves, like Wolves did with Moutinho. But I’m guessing we won’t be thinking like that. The perfectly capable squad player would work without PSR. Then we could keep players like Longstaff around and give them games now and then where we felt they could contribute to a result. The issue is, we don't have money to spend on players who will improve us. If you got £15m for Longstaff you could spend that on a young player with a much higher ceiling, whose value would appreciate. That is where you have to weigh up the pros and cons of giving out new contracts to players whose value decreases every year. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Newcastle Fan Posted February 10 Share Posted February 10 1 minute ago, STM said: His biggest weakness is his mental strength, you can see it in his body language, he's got imposter syndrome. He does all the easily teachable parts of the game really well, it's the bits where you need real technical quality which lets him down. When he has a run of games, he's a much better player but I really hope he never has that run of games because the team will suffer, which is a bit of a problem for him. Provided he's 5th/6th choice, I'm ok with him being here but will he be OK with that? And if he is, isn't that the problem entirely? I agree with this, he seems like he's not sure he belong there even though he's played and scored in the Champions League last year, just wants to try and do the basics and be safe rather than stamp his authority and show he's a high level player. Its a bit strange though as i remember watching his first few games with us and he was outstanding, and at times he was a key player for the team, its definitely a mental issue rather than a physical or technical one. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
STM Posted February 10 Share Posted February 10 Just now, Newcastle Fan said: I agree with this, he seems like he's not sure he belong there even though he's played and scored in the Champions League last year, just wants to try and do the basics and be safe rather than stamp his authority and show he's a high level player. Its a bit strange though as i remember watching his first few games with us and he was outstanding, and at times he was a key player for the team, its definitely a mental issue rather than a physical or technical one. Aye, the kid that broke through had more authority than the one that's playing now. Games like Saturday he should be the dominant player. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRon Posted February 10 Share Posted February 10 1 minute ago, Newcastle Fan said: I agree with this, he seems like he's not sure he belong there even though he's played and scored in the Champions League last year, just wants to try and do the basics and be safe rather than stamp his authority and show he's a high level player. Its a bit strange though as i remember watching his first few games with us and he was outstanding, and at times he was a key player for the team, its definitely a mental issue rather than a physical or technical one. Tbf, I think he was perfectly built for a Rafa Benitez side where you could sit back and then hit the spaces. It requires a lot less accuracy and invites less pressure when you are on the ball. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheBrownBottle Posted February 10 Share Posted February 10 36 minutes ago, AyeDubbleYoo said: He’s not perfectly capable, he’s pretty low quality. But I agree with the rest. If it was up to me I would probably sell, but I understand the argument for keeping him. I would ideally like someone really experienced if Trippier leaves, like Wolves did with Moutinho. But I’m guessing we won’t be thinking like that. Yeah, I know where you’re coming - but I think if he goes he would join another PL club. That’s what I mean by it - I’d be surprised if a bottom six/seven side wouldn’t take him. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
KaKa Posted February 10 Share Posted February 10 (edited) He's nowhere near as bad as he has played the last two games against pretty limited opposition. And that's what makes the whole thing so frustrating. He gets too down on himself and plays with fear. This leads to him dwelling on the ball because he's indecisive and second guessing himself, or he just starts playing it very safe every time, which invites pressure when we're trying to advance the ball. He also then stats mis-controlling the ball, scuffing shots and going to ground looking for free kicks under minimal pressure. It's so painful to watch man. Like someone already mentioned, his body language just looks so bad. He needs a serious shift in his mindset/mentality, to overcome these things for himself. Edited February 10 by KaKa Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ponsaelius Posted February 10 Share Posted February 10 (edited) I like Longstaff and have defended him on here previously because I think he has generally contributed a lot for us under Eddie. I also think he's clearly a very nice and humble guy. I'd have been happy for him to stay and be 5th/6th choice midfielder, particularly given how short we are on club grown players for Europe. However I think I've realised that he's actually not a very suitable squad player. He has generally done best for us when he's getting lots of gametime in a position where he knows his role and can build up confidence and momentum. When he's dropped into random games now and again in slightly different roles, particularly in scratch sides, I think it really shines a light on his weaknesses technically on the ball - and that is then exacerbated further by his self confidence issues. This makes him probably a pretty bad squad player, unfortunately for him and for us. I think I've become more frustrated with him given we had to sacrifice another HG player for PSR instead, who I think will have a much better career and actually is a really safe pair of hands to drop into various positions when needed. This summer is the last chance you have to get a decent fee, so if it's there, definitely time to take it. Edited February 10 by ponsaelius Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kanj Posted February 10 Share Posted February 10 4 hours ago, ponsaelius said: I like Longstaff and have defended him on here previously because I think he has generally contributed a lot for us under Eddie. I also think he's clearly a very nice and humble guy. I'd have been happy for him to stay and be 5th/6th choice midfielder, particularly given how short we are on club grown players for Europe. However I think I've realised that he's actually not a very suitable squad player. He has generally done best for us when he's getting lots of gametime in a position where he knows his role and can build up confidence and momentum. When he's dropped into random games now and again in slightly different roles, particularly in scratch sides, I think it really shines a light on his weaknesses technically on the ball - and that is then exacerbated further by his self confidence issues. This makes him probably a pretty bad squad player, unfortunately for him and for us. I think I've become more frustrated with him given we had to sacrifice another HG player for PSR instead, who I think will have a much better career and actually is a really safe pair of hands to drop into various positions when needed. This summer is the last chance you have to get a decent fee, so if it's there, definitely time to take it. Perfectly said. It would have been ideal to move on Longie over Anderson. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Groundhog63 Posted February 10 Share Posted February 10 6 hours ago, KaKa said: He's nowhere near as bad as he has played the last two games against pretty limited opposition. And that's what makes the whole thing so frustrating. He gets too down on himself and plays with fear. This leads to him dwelling on the ball because he's indecisive and second guessing himself, or he just starts playing it very safe every time, which invites pressure when we're trying to advance the ball. He also then stats mis-controlling the ball, scuffing shots and going to ground looking for free kicks under minimal pressure. It's so painful to watch man. Like someone already mentioned, his body language just looks so bad. He needs a serious shift in his mindset/mentality, to overcome these things for himself. I know what'll help. Let's all slaughter the cunt online. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
KaKa Posted February 10 Share Posted February 10 3 minutes ago, Groundhog63 said: I know what'll help. Let's all slaughter the cunt online. Good luck policing everyone online to stop that happening. No footballer escapes this, absolutely none. Becoming a footballer isn't a must and so going into it it's one of the unsavoury parts you have to deal with. There are also on the flip side many benefits. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smal Posted February 10 Share Posted February 10 (edited) think the criticism of his performance was OTT. He's not a nice player to watch at all and is no good in possession dominant games or build up but we already knew that. Ultimately he did get an assist for 1 goal and played the killer pass which set up another . He also made the most tackles on the pitch. Him being here as 6th choice is fine, but if we get an offer of £10m or over in the summer we should take it. Edited February 10 by Smal Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Groundhog63 Posted February 10 Share Posted February 10 16 minutes ago, KaKa said: Good luck policing everyone online to stop that happening. No footballer escapes this, absolutely none. Becoming a footballer isn't a must and so going into it it's one of the unsavoury parts you have to deal with. There are also on the flip side many benefits. Aye, I get all that. What I find most hilarious, tho, is the ones who are most vociferous in their criticism of our "lesser" players are also the most precious when you suggest it's a tad OTT Snowflakes 😉 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kanj Posted February 10 Share Posted February 10 He's really fallen off badly since the 22/23 and some of the 23/24 season Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SUPERTOON Posted February 23 Share Posted February 23 Seems completely out of favour now, another one who will be going in the summer imo. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
HayDen Traces Posted February 23 Share Posted February 23 Wish we'd sold him rather than Anderson last summer tbh. But guess we had no choice Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ikon Posted February 23 Share Posted February 23 (edited) I’m not even the slightest bothered about losing Anderson. Apart from that he’s a local guy which is nice in its own way Edited February 23 by Ikon Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
midds Posted February 23 Share Posted February 23 2 minutes ago, HayDen Traces said: Wish we'd sold him rather than Anderson last summer tbh. But guess we had no choice You can't sell anyone who nobody wants to buy. There's legit reasons why no-one has come in for him Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AyeDubbleYoo Posted February 23 Share Posted February 23 4 minutes ago, HayDen Traces said: Wish we'd sold him rather than Anderson last summer tbh. But guess we had no choice Well yeah, but Anderson has quite a high ceiling and is younger whereas Sean is proven not to be good enough. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chapo Posted March 16 Share Posted March 16 Embarrassing today. Can't wait till he's sold Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
La Parka Posted March 16 Share Posted March 16 Poor guy didn't get on Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
54 Posted March 16 Share Posted March 16 1 hour ago, La Parka said: Poor guy didn't get on Don't think he care https://www.instagram.com/reel/DHRbiCOMgsD/?igsh=ZWR6bnh4NmVkMWs3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Newcastle Fan Posted March 16 Share Posted March 16 Would've loved for him to come on at the end, but like all the other local lads I'm so pleased he got to be a part of this. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
James Posted March 16 Share Posted March 16 Love you Sean you fucking did it!!!! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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