The College Dropout Posted April 7, 2022 Share Posted April 7, 2022 30 minutes ago, Dr Jinx said: I think we were expecting some sort of defensive powerhouse and he’s not really like that.. if I could compare him to any other player it would be more like Modric and that’s exactly how we should use him. He makes space for himself in the same way and keeps things ticking over, but when we’re being overrun he’s not going to prevent that. We’ll see the best of him when we’re a possession based side. Or is that if we’re ever? Modric is good on the back foot though. Great engine, closing people down, looking to nick the ball. He's a runner. Not sure if Bruno is a runner and dribbler. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smal Posted April 7, 2022 Share Posted April 7, 2022 (edited) The Kovacic comparisons prior to us signing him ring somewhat true to me so far. Hopefully he's more effective in the final third, mind. Maybe someone like Tielemans too. Edited April 7, 2022 by Smal Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
r0cafella Posted April 7, 2022 Share Posted April 7, 2022 I think he’s fantastic personally. Can’t wait until he fully adapts and actually has players who know how to use space. He will really benefit from the return of trippier and Wilson. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smal Posted April 7, 2022 Share Posted April 7, 2022 1 minute ago, ManDoon said: Not a huge fan of Kovacic. I feel like his type of mid is 10 a penny. Joe has way more physicality and is a better passer of a ball imo Was talking about Bruno. Kovacic is a very good (this season at least) passes and progressor of the ball. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
STM Posted April 7, 2022 Share Posted April 7, 2022 We should sign his buddy Paqueta like. Looks a good player. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gbandit Posted April 8, 2022 Share Posted April 8, 2022 He’s starting tonight like, based on Howe’s quotes but who with? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
HaydnNUFC Posted April 8, 2022 Share Posted April 8, 2022 13 minutes ago, gbandit said: He’s starting tonight like, based on Howe’s quotes but who with? Joelinton and Shelvey depending on Willock's fitness. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mazzy Posted April 8, 2022 Share Posted April 8, 2022 No point risking Willock when Bruno can come in for him. Last thing we want is to be missing Willock for the next few weeks because he played with an injury. Bruno and Joelinton are going to have a big task in the middle tonight, alot of pressing is going to be needed to help nullify Mouthino and Neves. Wouldn't even be surprised to see a change of formation and have Shelvey and Bruno as a double pivot to help keep possession in the midfield. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SUPERTOON Posted April 8, 2022 Share Posted April 8, 2022 2 minutes ago, Mazzy said: No point risking Willock when Bruno can come in for him. Last thing we want is to be missing Willock for the next few weeks because he played with an injury. Bruno and Joelinton are going to have a big task in the middle tonight, alot of pressing is going to be needed to help nullify Mouthino and Neves. Wouldn't even be surprised to see a change of formation and have Shelvey and Bruno as a double pivot to help keep possession in the midfield. Neves isn’t playing I don’t think Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mazzy Posted April 8, 2022 Share Posted April 8, 2022 Just now, SUPERTOON said: Neves isn’t playing I don’t think You're right, just had a look and Jimenez is also out so that's given me slightly more confidence of a result. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
loki679 Posted April 8, 2022 Share Posted April 8, 2022 I'd like to see a three of Willock, Big Joe and Bruno. Bruno and Shelvey seem to be standing on each others toes when they play together, they're both trying to operate in the same space. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ikon Posted April 8, 2022 Share Posted April 8, 2022 And Shelvey is a cone. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Slim Posted April 8, 2022 Share Posted April 8, 2022 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LV Posted April 8, 2022 Share Posted April 8, 2022 Lad Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LV Posted April 8, 2022 Share Posted April 8, 2022 Howay Bruno, you beautiful hunk of Brazilian barbacoa. Let’s have this lot. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disco Posted April 8, 2022 Share Posted April 8, 2022 One of the French correspondents on one of the podcasts (Tom Williams IIRC) said he pretty much learnt to speak French fluently during their break for Covid. Obviously a bright lad. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yorkie Posted April 8, 2022 Share Posted April 8, 2022 This his first start at home aye? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gbandit Posted April 8, 2022 Share Posted April 8, 2022 Yup Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
madras Posted April 8, 2022 Share Posted April 8, 2022 46 minutes ago, Disco said: One of the French correspondents on one of the podcasts (Tom Williams IIRC) said he pretty much learnt to speak French fluently during their break for Covid. Obviously a bright lad. Hope he develops a Geordie accent. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kimbo Posted April 8, 2022 Share Posted April 8, 2022 Are we sure he’s athletic enough yet? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smal Posted April 8, 2022 Share Posted April 8, 2022 Too slow Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ikon Posted April 8, 2022 Share Posted April 8, 2022 Marry me! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Decky Posted April 8, 2022 Share Posted April 8, 2022 Sublime. This lad is gonna be top drawer. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Merse Posted April 8, 2022 Share Posted April 8, 2022 Absolute maestro Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Edgar Posted April 8, 2022 Share Posted April 8, 2022 He is brilliant and will only improve if we upgrade the rest of the team. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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