ExiledGeordie Posted October 17, 2022 Share Posted October 17, 2022 7 hours ago, Optimistic Nut said: I know he's not a forward as such anymore so might be being a bit harsh but he should be still scoring more than he should. Think he's ideal for this season but as we're pushing up the table I'd prefer a purer DM to free up Bruno a bit and add someone like Maddison as the more advanced CM. This is an interesting point. Joelinton is probably going to have to add more attacking threat moving forwards to guarantee his place in the side. Particularly next season as you say. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
PlymouthGeordie Posted October 17, 2022 Share Posted October 17, 2022 (edited) Joelinton will be an important squad player for the next 3-4 years, even as we progress. He can play wide left or right and either side of the midfield 3. His physical output is so great that even as we get better he'd still start a high number of games due to his versatility and tactical discipline. He's tailor made for Howe's high intensity pressing game. His attacking figures should be better but I think Howe sees him as integral to his plans. Edited October 17, 2022 by PlymouthGeordie Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrRaspberryJam Posted October 17, 2022 Share Posted October 17, 2022 Just now, tomlynnherrington said: 37,060 against Wigan.Aye,reet ???? You on about Sunderland again fella? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomlynnherrington Posted October 17, 2022 Share Posted October 17, 2022 2 minutes ago, MrRaspberryJam said: You on about Sunderland again fella? Aye.You got a problem with it? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrRaspberryJam Posted October 17, 2022 Share Posted October 17, 2022 Just now, tomlynnherrington said: Aye.You got a problem with it? It tarnishes the good name of Joelinton in this thread it does. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomlynnherrington Posted October 17, 2022 Share Posted October 17, 2022 Just now, MrRaspberryJam said: It tarnishes the good name of Joelinton in this thread it does. You’re right.Soz. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomlynnherrington Posted October 17, 2022 Share Posted October 17, 2022 5 hours ago, PlymouthGeordie said: Joelinton will be an important squad player for the next 3-4 years, even as we progress. He can play wide left or right and either side of the midfield 3. His physical output is so great that even as we get better he'd still start a high number of games due to his versatility and tactical discipline. He's tailor made for Howe's high intensity pressing game. His attacking figures should be better but I think Howe sees him as integral to his plans. We’re becoming a decent footballing team.The more the team improves,the less we’ll require someone like Big Joe.I personally think he’s generally struggled this season due to lack of ability on the ball.There are signs that he’s slowing play down in the final third.After the next two transfer windows I’d like to think he and a number of other players lacking quality on the ball have gone. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AyeDubbleYoo Posted October 17, 2022 Share Posted October 17, 2022 Tend to agree, I really appreciate the work he puts in but he’s very untidy on the ball. Think he’ll remain a tool we’ll want in the squad for a while mind. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomlynnherrington Posted October 17, 2022 Share Posted October 17, 2022 Just now, AyeDubbleYoo said: Tend to agree, I really appreciate the work he puts in but he’s very untidy on the ball. Think he’ll remain a tool we’ll want in the squad for a while mind. Quite possibly.I don’t think his energy levels have been good this season.I’ve just watched the highlights on MOTD and if you watch the important snippets at the end, when the pundits discuss the action,check out Big Joe’s lack of energy/interest/involvement. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted October 17, 2022 Share Posted October 17, 2022 I think being out a couple of weeks might have had an impact. I'd be tempted to play him on the left tomorrow and bring Willock back in. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RodneyCisse Posted October 17, 2022 Share Posted October 17, 2022 3 minutes ago, Optimistic Nut said: I think being out a couple of weeks might have had an impact. I'd be tempted to play him on the left tomorrow and bring Willock back in. Willock was just feeling poorly wasn’t he so should be back in. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Holloway Posted October 17, 2022 Share Posted October 17, 2022 He's still an asset to this team, his game just lacks that bit of finish. He'll be around the first team for a while yet Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Bonk Posted October 17, 2022 Share Posted October 17, 2022 11 minutes ago, Holloway said: He's still an asset to this team, his game just lacks that bit of finish. He'll be around the first team for a while yet He'll get around 6 goals in the league and be one of our top 5 influential players of the season. Expectations are obviously heightened around here. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gbandit Posted October 17, 2022 Share Posted October 17, 2022 I love him, my favourite NUFC player in this squad. Hope he’s here in five years time Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kanj Posted October 17, 2022 Share Posted October 17, 2022 (edited) Really saw a differetn version of Willock as a LCM, I'd be tempted to play the below on Wed: Longstaff Bruno WIllock Miggy Big Jow Wilson With the idea that eventually Longstaff moves out the team for Bruno at RCM and Shelvey central. Willock/Joelinton complete for the LCM role and Maxi regains his place as our LW. Edited October 17, 2022 by Kanji Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
KaKa Posted October 17, 2022 Share Posted October 17, 2022 (edited) It's interesting, but I actually wonder if his finishing would be better coming onto the ball from his stronger right hand side. Would be interesting to see him in the RCM position at some point. Edited October 17, 2022 by KaKa Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExiledGeordie Posted October 17, 2022 Share Posted October 17, 2022 3 minutes ago, KaKa said: It's interesting, but I actually wonder if his finishing would be better coming onto the ball from his stronger right hand side. Would be interesting to see him in the RCM position at some point. We all know he’s not an out and out striker as has been proved but considering he’s played “forward” you’d expect better finishing from him. Colossal physical presence but the finishing aspect is definitely a weak point of his game. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beth Posted October 17, 2022 Share Posted October 17, 2022 1 hour ago, Kanji said: Really saw a differetn version of Willock as a LCM, I'd be tempted to play the below on Wed: Longstaff Bruno WIllock Miggy Big Jow Wilson With the idea that eventually Longstaff moves out the team for Bruno at RCM and Shelvey central. Willock/Joelinton complete for the LCM role and Maxi regains his place as our LW. I'm sorry but the thought of him being in any position of the front 3 is absolutely horrific. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexf Posted October 17, 2022 Share Posted October 17, 2022 2 hours ago, Beth said: I'm sorry but the thought of him being in any position of the front 3 is absolutely horrific. Scored those two goals away at Norwich last time he did play in that position to be fair. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beth Posted October 17, 2022 Share Posted October 17, 2022 7 minutes ago, alexf said: Scored those two goals away at Norwich last time he did play in that position to be fair. Behave. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kid Icarus Posted October 17, 2022 Share Posted October 17, 2022 He did though Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Bonk Posted October 18, 2022 Share Posted October 18, 2022 34 minutes ago, Beth said: Behave. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExiledGeordie Posted October 18, 2022 Share Posted October 18, 2022 5 hours ago, alexf said: Scored those two goals away at Norwich last time he did play in that position to be fair. The one time he looked clinical in the box ? Can’t hit a barn door most of the time Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Prophet Posted October 19, 2022 Share Posted October 19, 2022 Came off with a knee injury apparently. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LFEE Posted October 19, 2022 Share Posted October 19, 2022 2 minutes ago, The Prophet said: Came off with a knee injury apparently. Actually think he’s been carrying this for a bit. Possibly a recurrence from last seasons which is a little worrying. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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