SUPERTOON Posted May 23, 2022 Share Posted May 23, 2022 9 minutes ago, KaKa said: Linked with Jack Harrison from Leeds in the Daily Mail. Lots of better options available Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kid Icarus Posted May 23, 2022 Share Posted May 23, 2022 Just now, madras said: What I mean is if he plays a 10, we go 442/4231/4411 and I don't think Saint Max has the discipline to do that defensively. As it is he's covered by Joe, with another more central player he'll have to do more of it himself. Paqueta would slot in perfectly on the right side of the midfield 3 in a 433 imo, with Joelinton on the left doing ASM's defensive work. Likewise in the 4231 variant I'd see Joelinton on the left of the 2 covering for ASM. We'll see though I guess. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JonBez comesock Posted May 23, 2022 Share Posted May 23, 2022 2 minutes ago, McCormick said: Would be very a astute signing; another unheralded player (which seems to be our approach), the guy has 15 goals and 9 assists in 70 games for a poor Leeds side. Yes - please good player Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
McCormick Posted May 23, 2022 Share Posted May 23, 2022 2 minutes ago, JonBez comesock said: Yes - please good player Agreed. Sooo underrated. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
madras Posted May 23, 2022 Share Posted May 23, 2022 1 minute ago, Kid Icarus said: Paqueta would slot in perfectly on the right side of the midfield 3 in a 433 imo, with Joelinton on the left doing ASM's defensive work. Likewise in the 4231 variant I'd see Joelinton on the left of the 2 covering for ASM. We'll see though I guess. It's possible, I just don't think it would get the best from Paqueta, I'm also supposing we get a DM. See what happens with a bit ambition, we are building formations heavily based on 2 players we don't have.......happy days. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kanj Posted May 23, 2022 Share Posted May 23, 2022 Paqueta is incredibly versatile and that’s exactly what Eddie loves. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LV Posted May 23, 2022 Share Posted May 23, 2022 Isn’t Bruno essentially excelling in the Paqueta role for us? I wouldn’t want to lose his goal threat that he seems to have developed with us by pushing him back more defensively. Let’s get an actual DM for that maybe. Happy to be convinced that they would work in midfield together though as I really rate Paqueta Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AyeDubbleYoo Posted May 23, 2022 Share Posted May 23, 2022 I think Bruno will end up playing deeper and just making forward runs as and when we have secure possession. Wouldn’t be surprised if we didn’t buy a dedicated DM. But whoever we do buy needs athleticism and a bit of bite, so that overall 3 has enough about them to compete against anyone. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
madras Posted May 23, 2022 Share Posted May 23, 2022 3 minutes ago, AyeDubbleYoo said: I think Bruno will end up playing deeper and just making forward runs as and when we have secure possession. Wouldn’t be surprised if we didn’t buy a dedicated DM. But whoever we do buy needs athleticism and a bit of bite, so that overall 3 has enough about them to compete against anyone. That's my thing though, I wouldn't be surprised if it wasn't a 3. Either a 4 or a double pivot. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kid Icarus Posted May 23, 2022 Share Posted May 23, 2022 (edited) Not totally convinced we need a dedicated DM tbh. I think it's definitely a case of needing Bruno, Joelinton, +1, but both Bruno and Joelinton are quite versatile in the way they play. Bruno can break things up, carry the ball, play key passes, and be a goal threat, as can Joelinton minus the goal threat. Is it not possible that we might look for another player in a similar vain, where we have 3 midfielders who can all do a bit of everything? Similar to Liverpool. Edited May 23, 2022 by Kid Icarus Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
madras Posted May 23, 2022 Share Posted May 23, 2022 Just now, Kid Icarus said: Not totally convinced we need a dedicated DM tbh. I think it's definitely a case of needing Bruno, Joelinton, +1, but both Bruno and Joelinton are quite versatile in the way they play. Bruno can break things up, carry the ball, play key passes, and be a goal threat, as can Joelinton minus the goal threat. Is it not possible that we might look for another player in a similar vain, where we have 3 midfielders who can all do a bit of everything? Similar to Liverpool. I'm not convinced we need one either but if the links with the likes of Philips and Bissouma are to be believed....... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kid Icarus Posted May 23, 2022 Share Posted May 23, 2022 Just now, madras said: I'm not convinced we need one either but if the links with the likes of Philips and Bissouma are to be believed....... Definitely, but then Paqueta too who would be another one who seems to be really versatile. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LV Posted May 23, 2022 Share Posted May 23, 2022 4 minutes ago, Kid Icarus said: Not totally convinced we need a dedicated DM tbh. I think it's definitely a case of needing Bruno, Joelinton, +1, but both Bruno and Joelinton are quite versatile in the way they play. Bruno can break things up, carry the ball, play key passes, and be a goal threat, as can Joelinton minus the goal threat. Is it not possible that we might look for another player in a similar vain, where we have 3 midfielders who can all do a bit of everything? Similar to Liverpool. I’d definitely prefer that as I wouldn’t want to lose Bruno’s goals by having him dropping back to be the anchor Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoSelecta Posted May 23, 2022 Share Posted May 23, 2022 1 minute ago, LV said: I’d definitely prefer that as I wouldn’t want to lose Bruno’s goals by having him dropping back to be the anchor I think one or two of his goals have come when he’s been playing the deeper role. I remember Howe commenting with a smile on one of them ‘I don’t even know what he’s doing there’ (so high up the pitch). Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Holmesy Posted May 23, 2022 Share Posted May 23, 2022 The perfect solution would be Ruben Neves tbh - deep lying playmaker that can do the dirty work but also chip in going forward and score some worldies on top Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
tom1988 Posted May 23, 2022 Share Posted May 23, 2022 Would love us to get Neves, can't see it happening though as if he moves it'll surely be for European football Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kid Icarus Posted May 23, 2022 Share Posted May 23, 2022 3 minutes ago, Holmesy said: The perfect solution would be Ruben Neves tbh - deep lying playmaker that can do the dirty work but also chip in going forward and score some worldies on top His lack of pace would put me off I think. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Holmesy Posted May 23, 2022 Share Posted May 23, 2022 Just now, Kid Icarus said: His lack of pace would put me off I think. Seriously?! The guy is absolutely class! Our player of the season and new Brazilian star are hardly racehorses and they're tearing shit up. As long as we've got pace at fullback and in the forward positions I think it would work a treat. We wont get him mind, i was just highlighting the mould of player i think we should be after Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skeletor Posted May 23, 2022 Share Posted May 23, 2022 I'm like an addict needing a hit. Feed that first transfer into my veins! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smal Posted May 23, 2022 Share Posted May 23, 2022 (edited) 23 minutes ago, BoSelecta said: I think one or two of his goals have come when he’s been playing the deeper role. I remember Howe commenting with a smile on one of them ‘I don’t even know what he’s doing there’ (so high up the pitch). Yep, when Bruno plays at the base of a three he’s still ended up scoring a few goals. He doesn’t really sit as an anchor at all. He doesn’t need to because our CBs tend to play very aggressively and step into midfield to follow players and make challenges/interceptions. I would like Phillips so that Bruno can play higher, but if not I’m also very comfortable with Bruno at the base and having two forward runners in front of him. Edited May 23, 2022 by Smal Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gallowgate Toon Posted May 23, 2022 Share Posted May 23, 2022 I don't think Neves is that good Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gallowgate Toon Posted May 23, 2022 Share Posted May 23, 2022 If we want to pick up more points against the top 6 next season then one of the things we need is a strong DM who is comfortable on the ball, imo. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The College Dropout Posted May 23, 2022 Share Posted May 23, 2022 Joelinton's physicality is massive for us. I'd love us to sign a physical player that can really play. Those are £50m+ though. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Prophet Posted May 23, 2022 Share Posted May 23, 2022 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SUPERTOON Posted May 23, 2022 Share Posted May 23, 2022 Just now, The Prophet said: That’s that one then. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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