Zatman Posted October 2, 2011 Share Posted October 2, 2011 Like him more and more. Love how he plays the Barca way even though it confuses some of our less cultured players sometimes Bannan is a good player but how does he play teh Barca way cause he can pass the ball . Most be thousands of Barca style players out there then Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SiDanger Posted October 2, 2011 Share Posted October 2, 2011 One thing Bannan has that sets him apart from our other youngsters is that there absolutely no self doubt at all in his own ability. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AVFC-Prideofbrum Posted October 2, 2011 Share Posted October 2, 2011 Like him more and more. Love how he plays the Barca way even though it confuses some of our less cultured players sometimes Bannan is a good player but how does he play teh Barca way cause he can pass the ball . Most be thousands of Barca style players out there then He means cause he dives around and gets other players red cards... just for you Zatman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
briny_ear Posted October 2, 2011 Share Posted October 2, 2011 confuses some of our less cultured players sometimes. Particularly when he tries to talk to them about opera and ballet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
holtend4life Posted October 2, 2011 Share Posted October 2, 2011 Bannan is one of those few footballers at the top level that always seems to find space, due to the fact his stature let's him turn quicker and also his footballing brain is about three passes ahead of anyone else on the team. Its wonderful to see such a determined young man making his mark on the first team, his self belief is top notch and channeled in the correct way to succeed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zatman Posted October 2, 2011 Share Posted October 2, 2011 Like him more and more. Love how he plays the Barca way even though it confuses some of our less cultured players sometimes Bannan is a good player but how does he play teh Barca way cause he can pass the ball . Most be thousands of Barca style players out there then He means cause he dives around and gets other players red cards... just for you Zatman :D:D you know me too well Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ironsid Posted October 2, 2011 Share Posted October 2, 2011 A mid-fielder whose first instinct is to either carry the ball forward or pass it forward. This kid could be a good 'un. Hope he doesn't get noticed too soon or he'll be another one we can't hold on to. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VamosMiAstonVilla Posted October 2, 2011 Share Posted October 2, 2011 Like him more and more. Love how he plays the Barca way even though it confuses some of our less cultured players sometimes Bannan is a good player but how does he play teh Barca way cause he can pass the ball . Most be thousands of Barca style players out there then It's where he passes which makes a difference. Quite often he'll make a short return pass and the player he's passing to just panics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyM3000 Posted October 2, 2011 Share Posted October 2, 2011 Did you know? Has been involved in three of Aston Villa's last four league goals (two assists, one goal), and has created more chances than any Villa player this season (11). And hes only started about 3 games! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lexicon Posted October 3, 2011 Share Posted October 3, 2011 I'm really happy to see him getting some game time - I think he'll turn out to be a brilliant player and he's good enough as it is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DelboyVilla Posted October 3, 2011 Share Posted October 3, 2011 I'm really happy to see him getting some game time - I think he'll turn out to be a brilliant player and he's good enough as it is. Yes he seems to have moved on leaps and bounds from last season which may have adversely affected some players (Delph and Albrighton I think are still getting over the events of last year). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dudevillaisnice Posted October 3, 2011 Share Posted October 3, 2011 Did you know? (Bannan) Has been involved in three of Aston Villa's last four league goals (two assists, one goal), and has created more chances than any Villa player this season (11). http://tinyurl.com/66tsart Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdamLL Posted October 3, 2011 Share Posted October 3, 2011 If he keeps playing and improving at this rate we could have a real player on our hands. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Risso Posted October 3, 2011 Share Posted October 3, 2011 Bannan is superb, pure and simple. I love how self assured he is, and I would argue he's the most naturally talented midfielder we've had since Merson. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
villaglint Posted October 3, 2011 Share Posted October 3, 2011 Very pleased for this guy too. Said a while ago that he was getting to the point where his form was demanding he start games. Now his form is getting to point where he is demanding to be played in his best position. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stu_The_Villan Posted October 3, 2011 Share Posted October 3, 2011 I hate to be negative but it wont be long before the vultures start circling. Didnt Barry sign a contract extension last season?? I think/hope he did.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Majkee Posted October 3, 2011 Share Posted October 3, 2011 He started to learn faster than anyone other from our youngsters (including Delph) and results seem to be positive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry Posted October 3, 2011 Share Posted October 3, 2011 I hate to be negative but it wont be long before the vultures start circling. Didnt Barry sign a contract extension last season?? I think/hope he did.... I guess that's a risk with any player at the club or any player at any club. I thing he signed a new contract recently. The club have been putting the best young players on long contracts which is a very sensible tactic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob182 Posted October 3, 2011 Share Posted October 3, 2011 I remember reading an article with Bannan a few months ago, stating that he would like to be a regular first team member by the end of the season and I thought he was being a bit optimistic. But now that he's had more first team games, it's looking more and more likely! Perhaps McLeish only brought in N'Zogbia for the wing because he knew that Albrighton can play there and Bannan can perform as a right or left midfielder too (not winger). Though he would do well behind a striker, I quite like having Gabby & Bent both up top. I like Bannan playing on the wing as a clever midfielder who can link the play together and form attacks. Then we can have one of the wingers on the opposite wing, as an alternative option for taking on fullbacks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry Posted October 3, 2011 Share Posted October 3, 2011 Another thought that crossed my mind was whether Bannan would have made it with us under MON. I seem to remember someone saying on here that MON had told him he was too small and should find another club, though I don't know whether that was true or not. My guess is he would not have done as he would have been sold to a lower ranking Premier League club or a high flying Championship club for a couple of million and replaced by someone costing and being paid 4x as much. Also I think McLeish should get some credit for having faith in the lad and giving him some chances although you could also argue that the club had dictated that policy to him when he joined but then again you could argue that is maybe making the right call. That is certain to divide opinions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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