healthyaddiction Posted January 28 Share Posted January 28 His pace is weird. He looks so lethargic in everything he does. But then he's out-sprinting Hakimi. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
nemtizz Posted January 28 Share Posted January 28 1 minute ago, healthyaddiction said: His pace is weird. He looks so lethargic in everything he does. But then he's out-sprinting Hakimi. Barnes burst of acceleration isn't quite as extreme but they're both deceivingly quick after a good touch. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
samptime29 Posted January 28 Share Posted January 28 Played really well. Please let him finish the season strongly. We need him, so many games. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisMcQuillan Posted January 28 Share Posted January 28 What he’s always been really good at is using his pace in little bursts. He never seems to bomb down the length of the pitch, but will slow and look lethargic then just drag the ball with him and burst into a sprint. He’s always seemed to be difficult to read for opposition defenders. He’s a much better wide player than central, for me. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lush Vlad Posted January 28 Share Posted January 28 He is rapid. Thought he got in the way a bit early on and wanted too many touches, like so many of our players. But he caused them no end of bother with his movement and direct running. He did well in a similar role against Marseille (glad those wankers are out). But this was up another level. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mountain Posted January 28 Share Posted January 28 Superb tonight and a top lad, just hope he stays injury free. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted January 28 Share Posted January 28 Think that’s his best position, though I’ve said it before. He’s basically a hybrid 10/winger, not a CM. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
black_n_white Posted January 28 Share Posted January 28 Just now, Rich said: Think that’s his best position, though I’ve said it before. He’s basically a hybrid 10/winger, not a CM. Easy to say after that performance but he’s much more effective further forward, always has been, played number 10 for Bruce then did really well wide left at the start of Howe’s tenure. Hope he gets more opportunities. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRon Posted January 28 Share Posted January 28 I know his contract length might affect it, but we really should ask for a decent fee for him. Just look at what we have had to spend to get players at his level. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
HaydnNUFC Posted January 28 Share Posted January 28 Two superb showings from him in the CL this season. Was like the 22-23 version of him back. Please translate this into the league. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
soyt Posted January 28 Share Posted January 28 I really thought he was totally finished as a footballer, that performance was great to see!! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maggies Posted January 28 Share Posted January 28 Best knee slides I’ve seen Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Geordie Posted January 28 Share Posted January 28 Did very well tonight and got his goal too. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AyeDubbleYoo Posted January 28 Share Posted January 28 He really looks determined every time he plays at the moment. Doesn’t always translate to a performance, but it helps. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
janpawel Posted January 28 Share Posted January 28 What a game man, such a talented player on his day Would do anything for this to be his regular standard Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nine Posted January 28 Share Posted January 28 Man of the match Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRon Posted January 28 Share Posted January 28 28 minutes ago, Maggies said: Best knee slides I’ve seen Good call. In a season where knee sllides have become ten a penny, his are on another level. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TaylorJ_01 Posted January 28 Share Posted January 28 said it before, but must have nicked some of PSG's performance enhancing drugs, unreal today Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexf Posted January 28 Share Posted January 28 Welcome back Joe, we haven't seen you for awhile. Was excellent on the night even before his goal. Really hope he can use this as a springboard to a comeback of form as the old wIllock is really useful and we need that depth in the squad. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRC Posted January 28 Share Posted January 28 1 hour ago, healthyaddiction said: His pace is weird. He looks so lethargic in everything he does. But then he's out-sprinting Hakimi. He’s just a weird player, he will look like he doesn’t know what’s going on but then also come up with moments of utter quality. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sibierski Posted January 29 Share Posted January 29 My MOM. So good. This is the Willock we love and want to see, just a shame he’s been near enough done as a player for past 3 seasons Put this in Wolte thread in relation to a 4-4-1-1 approach. Quote Think the way Willock played in particular (Ramsey to less extent as he was deeper at times), it hopefully showed to Howe it can be done. Do think a run of Willock as the 10 off Wolte could be weirdly the secret formula. Perfectplayer for runs beyond someone centrally. So starting XI of: Pope: Miley/Tino, Thaiw, Botman/Burn, Hall: Elanga/Murphy, Tonali/Joe, Bruno G, Gordon/Barnes: Willock/Ramsey: Wolte / Wissa Option is there to drop into a 4-5-1 to soak up pressure, but fundamentally that CM is pushed right up in possession. Does mean a different approach to summer targets needed to shape that midfield. Unsure if Ramsey can be moulded to play the 10 or Bruno position. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kid Icarus Posted January 29 Share Posted January 29 It's sad that we've been robbed of more matches like that like, amongst a crowd of incredible performers in 22/23 he was my personal favourite. When he's on it and playing with that grimace on his face he's an absolute pleasure to watch. Smart, determined, and always driving forward. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sibierski Posted January 29 Share Posted January 29 Think if last night is the start of a run of performances up to summer, he’ll get a new deal IMO. Age is on his side and we’ll see it as a reasonable contract without having to spend on a replacement that is no guarantee in short term. We can then roll the dice on signing a raw £10m-£15m CM that will be on fringes with Miley able to get solid minutes at right back. Essentially helps us more to get this Willock back then sell and buy someone of value of £35m+. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The College Dropout Posted January 29 Share Posted January 29 Could see the confidence rush back through his veins. Great to see on a human level someone just grow 3-4 inches in real time. First time in a long time it looked like he was having fun out there. Was gutted to be subbed. Must be like Cinderella at midnight - having the time of your life and having to leave early. He was knackered. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Displayname Posted January 29 Share Posted January 29 He had a game like this earlier in the season, so not going to get my hopes up just yet. Maybe it's just that his place is at the LW? Getting pretty filled up there if thats the case. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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