Happinesstan Posted February 9, 2022 Share Posted February 9, 2022 53 minutes ago, McCormick said: I said this when we signed him but I think he’s underrated offensively as well, has a decent cross on him and is a solid passer. I think people overlook that because he excels defensively; massive upgrade on anything we had in that position. Wouldn’t be averse at all to signing him permanently. Until we're planning to upgrade ASM [why would we] then he's the perfect LB for us. Whoever targeted him for the role was spot on. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRon Posted February 9, 2022 Share Posted February 9, 2022 56 minutes ago, McCormick said: I said this when we signed him but I think he’s underrated offensively as well, has a decent cross on him and is a solid passer. I think people overlook that because he excels defensively; massive upgrade on anything we had in that position. Wouldn’t be averse at all to signing him permanently. Agree, plus he moves the ball really quickly as well. Nothing flash, but just quick one touch passes forward which get the ball up the pitch effectively. He's not going to be overlapping like Trippier does, but that doesn't mean he can't contribute to attacking moves. He was one of the best players on the pitch last night, and not all of that was about defending. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
simonsays Posted February 9, 2022 Share Posted February 9, 2022 Will it be Manquillo or Dan Burn in for him against Villa? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Consortium of one Posted February 9, 2022 Share Posted February 9, 2022 Targett's a real professional. Brings real balance to the team. Never flashy but he's so, so steady. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
arnonel Posted February 9, 2022 Share Posted February 9, 2022 21 minutes ago, simonsays said: Will it be Manquillo or Dan Burn in for him against Villa? I hope Burn for Schar and Manq for Targett Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thiago Posted February 9, 2022 Share Posted February 9, 2022 He was one that Rafa wanted too FWIW. Shame he can't play Sunday, but we already seemed to have more balance last night in terms of switching flank of attack. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr Venkman Posted February 9, 2022 Share Posted February 9, 2022 Made a big difference last night didn't he, really promising debut. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fantail Breeze Posted February 9, 2022 Share Posted February 9, 2022 A great debut and I can’t stop thinking how much he reminds me of James Blunt. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
PauloGeordio Posted February 9, 2022 Share Posted February 9, 2022 3 hours ago, greydos said: I’m shocked how much I really really like Matt Targett the full back. It’s like admitting your favourite flavour ice cream is vanilla. It’s dull as funk and unimaginative, but it’s the simplicity and reliability of it. You know what you’re going to get. It pairs well with sauce, sprinkles and other toppings. Fits well with hot brownies, sticky toffee pudding, crumbles, basically all heated desserts. It enables you to appreciate the flair stuff around it. Matt Targett is vanilla ice cream. 😁 “light up a stage and wax a chump like a candle” Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRon Posted February 9, 2022 Share Posted February 9, 2022 1 minute ago, PauloGeordio said: 😁 “light up a stage and wax a chump like a candle” Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phoenix711 Posted February 9, 2022 Share Posted February 9, 2022 1 hour ago, ScottishMagpie said: Know it's only been one game but can't understand why villa didn't want to keep him? What's wrong with him? Nothing. He's a solid 7/10 week in week out. He was voted the Player of the Season by their fans - ahead of Grealish, Mcginn etc. He's good for any mid table team but he doesn't have attacking output for a top 7 team (where Villa aspire) or defensive output against quality attackers e.g. Mahrez, Salah etc. For most EPL teams that's more than good enough and when I rated him in the transfer thread I gave him a solid 8/10 which surprised some people. For what we need right now, he's very good. The Villa fans went crazy when they loaned him to us as although Digne is an upgrade they know he's a reliable performer that they would only accept a sale because as you've seen he's very useful. As for whether we should buy him, depends on how ambitious we are in the summer. If we're after midtable only he'd be a solid choice, if we're more ambitious then I don't think he'll come here to be a squad player - he still has an outside chance for England as 2nd choice LB. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
PauloGeordio Posted February 9, 2022 Share Posted February 9, 2022 Can we have a thread title change: ”Matt Targett is vanilla ice cream” Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
joeyt Posted February 9, 2022 Share Posted February 9, 2022 Bloody Howe and his British signings Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
greydos Posted February 9, 2022 Share Posted February 9, 2022 25 minutes ago, PauloGeordio said: 😁 “light up a stage and wax a chump like a candle” That’s an excellent reference! Let’s hope he cottons on and changes his initiation song from wonderwall! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
PauloGeordio Posted February 9, 2022 Share Posted February 9, 2022 2 minutes ago, greydos said: That’s an excellent reference! Let’s hope he cottons on and changes his initiation song from wonderwall! 😁 “word to your mother” Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest reefatoon Posted February 9, 2022 Share Posted February 9, 2022 The only down side to him is having to listen to my wife and her shite puns all the way through the match. When he blocked a shot or cross "Ohh, he hit the target" there was an "easy target" this and a "sitting target " that. She went to far though when the commentator said "looking for wood". Mucky sod Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
M1tche Posted February 9, 2022 Share Posted February 9, 2022 Cant say i've really noticed him too much before joining, but if he plays like that consistently he's miles better than I thought he was. seeing him over free kicks as well was a plus, not sure why Villa thought Digne was that much of an upgrade compared to last night performance Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJ_NUFC Posted February 9, 2022 Share Posted February 9, 2022 Looked like the best thing we've had in that position in a very long time. Based on yesterday, I'd say sign him permanently. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wyn davies Posted February 10, 2022 Share Posted February 10, 2022 Who can we use in lieu of with similar qualities Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
toontownman Posted February 10, 2022 Share Posted February 10, 2022 5 minutes ago, wyn davies said: Who can we use in lieu of with similar qualities If he is fit we will likely play Burn there. Manquillo would be fine too. Looked solid there before. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shearergol Posted February 16, 2022 Share Posted February 16, 2022 He's on talksport in a few minutes for anyone interested. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Optimistic Nut Posted February 16, 2022 Share Posted February 16, 2022 Howay, Mods. Title change. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bowlingcrofty Posted February 16, 2022 Share Posted February 16, 2022 I love how much of a dork he is Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
deejeck Posted February 16, 2022 Share Posted February 16, 2022 Sounds like he's settled in quickly and already loving his time up here. Certainly comes across that there is a fantastic team spirit and they're all in this together. Can't get enough of stuff like this. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LFEE Posted February 16, 2022 Share Posted February 16, 2022 2 hours ago, Shearergol said: He's on talksport in a few minutes for anyone interested. https://talksport.com/radio/listen-again/1644991200/1645003800/ Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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