bannedfromHandV Posted January 15, 2023 Share Posted January 15, 2023 13 hours ago, Cizzler said: Also lost possession the most on the pitch… (27 times). I’m surprised by how positive the comments are to be honest. Not writing him off at all - it’s a huge challenge to come off the bench and debut in the PL, obviously he only got here a few days ago. I thought first half he was really poor, gave the ball away a lot. Missed a completely rash challenge flying in. Played Rodrigo onside for the chance that was eventually cleared off the line (which was great tracking back by him, so fair play - maybe got a bit lucky with where the deflection went though, as it was off his trailing leg). He was slightly better second half. I remember a nice pass into the box he picked out. He seemed to think he had an extra second - but I guess that’s PL vs La Liga. I was surprised Leeds didn’t stick Gnonto on him 1:1. Hope the Digne injury isn’t too serious, and this guy can be given a fair period to adapt. However, he is 29, so hardly one for the future. I think that’s a fair assessment. He put in two good balls in the second half, one was an intelligent pass into Ings and another a deep cross. I think to add to your comments I’d say he looks good playing forward at speed, seems to have a good touch and a bit of pace. He’d also been here a few days and wouldn’t have been expecting to feature much so I think plenty of leeway at this stage. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ponky Posted January 15, 2023 Share Posted January 15, 2023 Digne also got caught in possession at least twice in the short time he was on the pitch emphasising the sort of pressure Moreno would have come into. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Galway Lion Posted January 15, 2023 Popular Post Share Posted January 15, 2023 13 hours ago, Cizzler said: Also lost possession the most on the pitch… (27 times). I’m surprised by how positive the comments are to be honest. Not writing him off at all - it’s a huge challenge to come off the bench and debut in the PL, obviously he only got here a few days ago. I thought first half he was really poor, gave the ball away a lot. Missed a completely rash challenge flying in. Played Rodrigo onside for the chance that was eventually cleared off the line (which was great tracking back by him, so fair play - maybe got a bit lucky with where the deflection went though, as it was off his trailing leg). He was slightly better second half. I remember a nice pass into the box he picked out. He seemed to think he had an extra second - but I guess that’s PL vs La Liga. I was surprised Leeds didn’t stick Gnonto on him 1:1. Hope the Digne injury isn’t too serious, and this guy can be given a fair period to adapt. However, he is 29, so hardly one for the future. Very harsh assessment. He wasn’t the one who played Rodrigo onside he actually holds his position well. Struggled early on because he was thrown in cold having only had one training session and was targeted with a high press. Excellent debut 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maqroll Posted January 15, 2023 Share Posted January 15, 2023 13 hours ago, mjmooney said: Remember, Álex - the benchmark is Charlie Aitken. 17 years as the Villa left back is unbelievable. It will never be matched. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maqroll Posted January 15, 2023 Share Posted January 15, 2023 1 hour ago, macandally said: If you can come in, with less than 48 hours at the club, get thrown on unexpectedly after 10 minutes and hold your own against a high press, high tempo Leeds team you have a chance. Thought he did great all those factors considered Exactly. It was an altogether stellar debut. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam2003 Posted January 15, 2023 Share Posted January 15, 2023 1 hour ago, maqroll said: 17 years as the Villa left back is unbelievable. It will never be matched. Although 50% of it in the lower divisions - before my time so I can’t comment but my old man’s position on Aitken has always been great servant, very average player. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam2003 Posted January 15, 2023 Share Posted January 15, 2023 14 hours ago, Cizzler said: Played Rodrigo onside for the chance that was eventually cleared off the line (which was great tracking back by him, so fair play - maybe got a bit lucky with where the deflection went though, as it was off his trailing leg). No-one played Rodrigo on. Great defending to get back but if it had gone in I’m pretty sure VAR would have disallowed it for offside by an armpit or so. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRO Posted January 15, 2023 Share Posted January 15, 2023 10 hours ago, Adam2003 said: Although 50% of it in the lower divisions - before my time so I can’t comment but my old man’s position on Aitken has always been great servant, very average player. fair comment 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nick76 Posted January 21, 2023 Share Posted January 21, 2023 1 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rolta Posted January 21, 2023 Share Posted January 21, 2023 3 minutes ago, nick76 said: He needs to be more careful on that chair. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pintpotvilla Posted January 21, 2023 Share Posted January 21, 2023 On 15/01/2023 at 01:53, Adam2003 said: Although 50% of it in the lower divisions - before my time so I can’t comment but my old man’s position on Aitken has always been great servant, very average player. Your Old man is wrong, Charlie was an accomplished Left back. No-one got past him not even George Best! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WooJung Posted January 21, 2023 Share Posted January 21, 2023 Really hope he improves because his defending has been very dodgy... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lexicon Posted January 21, 2023 Share Posted January 21, 2023 He's new to the PL and the athleticism is tough going - he's handling it pretty well all ends up but he'll definitely be more comfortable when he's up to speed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zatman Posted January 21, 2023 Share Posted January 21, 2023 On 15/01/2023 at 01:49, maqroll said: 17 years as the Villa left back is unbelievable. It will never be matched. The year is 2041 and Ashley Young is still starting as Villa full back Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KentVillan Posted January 21, 2023 Share Posted January 21, 2023 His attacking movement is excellent, but he's looked shaky so far, both on the ball and defensively. The pace of the game seems a step up for him. Think he'll adapt, though. Never easy arriving in January from another league. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Willard Posted January 21, 2023 Share Posted January 21, 2023 Better than Digne already. Seems alot more comfortable on the ball and finally a quick defender. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MWARLEY2 Posted January 21, 2023 Share Posted January 21, 2023 1 minute ago, lexicon said: He's new to the PL and the athleticism is tough going - he's handling it pretty well all ends up but he'll definitely be more comfortable when he's up to speed. Its half a yard quicker here. Remember when Man Utd bought a rapid fullback about 15 years ago and he had stinkers at the start of his prem career. He will be fine i am sure. A talented player Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonyh29 Posted January 21, 2023 Share Posted January 21, 2023 If I was an opposition manager I’d be setting my team up to target him all game long , he’s clearly not Prem ready yet. but hopefully he’ll get upto speed soon 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supermon Posted January 21, 2023 Share Posted January 21, 2023 Wasn't great today, but I'm sure he'll improve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nepal_villan Posted January 21, 2023 Share Posted January 21, 2023 Between Digne and Moreno, we are fine at this position. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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