Yorkie Posted November 19, 2021 Share Posted November 19, 2021 There's no doubting Shelvey's technique and he's one of three CMs in the squad who should theoretically be anywhere near the pitch. I dearly hope we're in a position to move on from him in the very near future but in the mean-time we need performances from our current players. So I've no issue with comments like that. Beats wittering on about how class the opposition are. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Magpie Posted November 19, 2021 Share Posted November 19, 2021 Shelvey is quite obviously one of those players that loves to be loved. Always has been. Sure this is Eddie's way of trying to get the best out of him. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
elbee909 Posted November 19, 2021 Share Posted November 19, 2021 Say whatever it takes to get performances out of who we have. That's all that matters right now. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wandy Posted November 19, 2021 Share Posted November 19, 2021 Shelvey's ability when he feels like it has never been the issue. It's his completely lazy cunt attitude that is the problem. Drill that out of him and there might still be a player there. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happinesstan Posted November 19, 2021 Share Posted November 19, 2021 16 minutes ago, Mr Raspberry Jam said: He's buttering him up before he benches him man. Agreed. He'll be vital to bring on for the last 15 when we want to secure our lead. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
buzza Posted November 19, 2021 Share Posted November 19, 2021 Shelvey is definitely capable, a change of attitude and an added motivation might just provide the impetus for a complete 60 mins performance. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conjo Posted November 19, 2021 Share Posted November 19, 2021 If Howe manages to implement a system where Shelvey gets time on the ball without being pressured, and he doesn't have to do a lot of running without it affecting the rest of the team negatively then sure, why not. I have my doubts though Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
WarrenBartonCentrePartin Posted November 19, 2021 Share Posted November 19, 2021 Shelvey pressing He's like a 80-summat grandad pretending to chase a toddler round the garden. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ikon Posted November 19, 2021 Share Posted November 19, 2021 Like a dog chasing his own tail. He'll get reasonably close at best. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr Jinx Posted November 19, 2021 Share Posted November 19, 2021 He’s got to work with what he has for a few months, makes sense to build their confidence to try and get as much from them as possible between now and January. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
54 Posted November 19, 2021 Share Posted November 19, 2021 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dokko Posted November 19, 2021 Share Posted November 19, 2021 Most likely just spiel to get the best out of what he's got right now. He's got a rep of getting players performing above their ceiling. If we could get Shelvey performing at 80% we would see a totally different player and someone worth Fielding. Right now he's a mess physically & mentally but it's a fresh start for all, including him so let's see if he takes it. Even if it's for 2 months till he burns out or gets sick of the effort, really that's all we need him for until we can replace him. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve_69 Posted November 19, 2021 Share Posted November 19, 2021 There's a lot of negativity around Shelvey from the forum and the fanbase but one thing that has never been in question IMO is his ability. If Howe can motivate him and fit him into the team in a way that maximises his strengths and mitigates his lack of workrate, he can still be a huge asset. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dokko Posted November 19, 2021 Share Posted November 19, 2021 2 minutes ago, 54 said: He obviously likes a challenge. 😂 Would be great to see him kick-start his career here under Howe. I'm guessing he's seeing a response in training otherwise Joe and JJS wouldn't be getting praised unless the questions were direct about them. Just need a Longstaff quote and we're fully on board the underpeformers train. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve_69 Posted November 19, 2021 Share Posted November 19, 2021 8 minutes ago, 54 said: He's a technical player until it comes to kicking the ball properly in front of goal, when he turns into a toddler with the wrong size shoes on Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaztoon Posted November 19, 2021 Share Posted November 19, 2021 Everyone for me as a clean slate.. if howe thinks anyone as shown enough to play then I'm 100% behind it.... for now 😂 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Awaymag Posted November 19, 2021 Share Posted November 19, 2021 3 minutes ago, Gaztoon said: Everyone for me as a clean slate.. if howe thinks anyone as shown enough to play then I'm 100% behind it.... for now 😂 Until the 3rd minute anyway, when Brentford midfielder strolls past Shelvey and he doesn't track back. Then he will get both barrels! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaztoon Posted November 19, 2021 Share Posted November 19, 2021 Just now, Awaymag said: Until the 3rd minute anyway, when Brentford midfielder strolls past Shelvey and he doesn't track back. Then he will get both barrels! 😂 truth Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SUPERTOON Posted November 19, 2021 Share Posted November 19, 2021 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hakka Posted November 19, 2021 Share Posted November 19, 2021 He can't ship these lads out until January, so he has to motivate them and get them performing right now. He will be trying to unlock their potential or get them back to their best and that's fine - it's what should be happening. I'm certain they will be targeted for replacement when the time comes still for the ones that deserve it most. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NUFC_Chris Posted November 19, 2021 Share Posted November 19, 2021 (edited) Every player deserves a clean slate under the new manager, in my opinion. If he can get something out of Joelinton, (which he may well do, as I think there is a player in there), all the better. Edited November 19, 2021 by NUFC_Chris Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
GWN Posted November 19, 2021 Share Posted November 19, 2021 1 hour ago, Yorkie said: There's no doubting Shelvey's technique and he's one of three CMs in the squad who should theoretically be anywhere near the pitch. I dearly hope we're in a position to move on from him in the very near future but in the mean-time we need performances from our current players. So I've no issue with comments like that. Beats wittering on about how class the opposition are. Totally agree, if he’s on song he gets us forward , he will binned ASAP though . In the meantime we need him on song . Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
madras Posted November 19, 2021 Share Posted November 19, 2021 Re Shelvey, didn't someone get a stat thing which showed he ran as much as everyone else and had decent pace as well but when you watch the game he's always chasing and behind the player who has broke on him, seemingly like he's slow to read the game defensively rather than being slow and lazy. Might have dreamt it mind. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikky Posted November 19, 2021 Share Posted November 19, 2021 In fairness to Joelinton he’s had to endure shoddy coaching for the last 2 years - it’s no surprise he is totally shot - will park my judgement on him until we see him under Howe Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
54 Posted November 19, 2021 Share Posted November 19, 2021 Based on his pre-match conference, think we'll probably see Dubs and Schar starting, but the rest being players that have been there for the last 10 days. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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