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I might be in the minority here, but if we’re planning on utilizing PEH as a DM, I’d rather use Sissoko in that role.
I might be in the minority here, but if we’re planning on utilizing PEH as a DM, I’d rather use Sissoko in that role.
Yeah, I’d prefer to save the money, find a younger/more moldable talent and use the money to address other areas of need. I do feel DM is a really important position to address, and if we sign PEH I see him as an improvement on what we have played in that role, but I’d really like to see us aim higher.
I'm inclined to agree but in the current circumstances I think we could end up with Hojbjerg (or similar quality) or nothing.
My point exactly. I like Hojbjerg, much in the same way I like Sissoko. The issue I’ve always had with Sissoko defensively is he loves to burst forward with the ball and leave gaps. However, under Jose, he seems to be more disciplined and positionally aware and mature. Again, I’ll probably be in the minority, but I believe Sissoko is a more physical, athletic, and dominant version of Hojbjerg. I’ve honestly seen very little to suggest he’s leaps and bounds better than Sissoko in possession, he often seems nervous on the ball. But again, just my opinion. (Pep said he could be Philipp lahm’s replacement at Bayern so who am I to judge).I’d prefer we sign someone that provides the best qualities of Sissoko and PEH in one. Someone with world class athleticism, defensive awareness, selfless work for the team, and added class on the ball. That for me would be Denis Zakaria, but would cost a premium and probably out of our price range. Which is why I understand PEH would be the best buy for us in the position given the likely small fee. He would improve the squad (and maybe even the first XI) given the circumstances, and hopefully his qualities would fit perfectly into what Jose is trying to do here.Yeah, I’d prefer to save the money, find a younger/more moldable talent and use the money to address other areas of need. I do feel DM is a really important position to address, and if we sign PEH I see him as an improvement on what we have played in that role, but I’d really like to see us aim higher.
My point exactly. I like Hojbjerg, much in the same way I like Sissoko. The issue I’ve always had with Sissoko defensively is he loves to burst forward with the ball and leave gaps. However, under Jose, he seems to be more disciplined and positionally aware and mature. Again, I’ll probably be in the minority, but I believe Sissoko is a more physical, athletic, and dominant version of Hojbjerg. I’ve honestly seen very little to suggest he’s leaps and bounds better than Sissoko in possession, he often seems nervous on the ball. But again, just my opinion. (Pep said he could be Philipp lahm’s replacement at Bayern so who am I to judge).I’d prefer we sign someone that provides the best qualities of Sissoko and PEH in one. Someone with world class athleticism, defensive awareness, selfless work for the team, and added class on the ball. That for me would be Denis Zakaria, but would cost a premium and probably out of our price range. Which is why I understand PEH would be the best buy for us in the position given the likely small fee. He would improve the squad (and maybe even the first XI) given the circumstances, and hopefully his qualities would fit perfectly into what Jose is trying to do here.
Apparently they want to sign William carvalhoCan't we loan Leicesters scouts for the dm position after they found Kante then Ndidi?
Apparently they want to sign William carvalho
I've always been shocked no1 has gone for him.
I think that they possibly can't find DM more diffenent than NdidiApparently they want to sign William carvalho
In this market I don’t think we can predict the prices of anyone. Clubs who are financially stable should feel no pressure to let their stars go for less than their own personal valuations of the player. Sancho will not go for less than 100m even if the apocalypse was happening (knock on wood cause 2020 is fucked). Gladbach just qualified for the CL and their hierarchy therefore has stated that they are in no pressure to sell. That combined with serious competition for the player will drive his price up and probably gladbach would only be tempted by 50m for a young proven star with added potential. Your points about the injuries and the contract are very important and relevant, and that’s why I think next summer is the time to strike provided he doesn’t renew his deal. 25-30m next summer would be a phenomenal deal, and he’s my dream midfield signing, but this summer it all depends what gladbach feel personally with the player. Maybe it’ll be an eriksen situation where he has made it clear he’s not renewing, in which case his price may be lower than expected this summer. One can only dream.I personally don’t believe Zakaria will be significantly more than £35m when it’s all said and done. Could I be wrong? Heck yeah; he does have 2 years left on his contract. But, He’d be a better fit for what what we need, and my understanding is the knee injury he has is not too bad.
I think Sissoko is a useful option to have in that role and he's done fine in the past 2 games, but he's so clearly one of the weak links in the side and should definitely not be our go-to DM.I might be in the minority here, but if we’re planning on utilizing PEH as a DM, I’d rather use Sissoko in that role.
Good info but fuck me that graphic is shit. Took me about a minute to work out what the hell was going on.I think that they possibly can't find DM more diffenent than Ndidi View attachment 69568
You’ve got a valid point. I’d like to see Sissoko utilised as a DM, providing we had another specialised DM with a different skill set. You could easily rotate the two if we’re setting up for a 433 system, rotate or even play together in a 4231. Ideally we’d need a strong tackler with good positional awareness and have a decent passing range. Sissoko is essentially a machine, someone who hounds the opposition, relies on his superior athleticism and work rate to shield the defence but can get caught out of position moving forward. I think we have room in the squad for him and another DM that can be rotated or even play togetherMy point exactly. I like Hojbjerg, much in the same way I like Sissoko. The issue I’ve always had with Sissoko defensively is he loves to burst forward with the ball and leave gaps. However, under Jose, he seems to be more disciplined and positionally aware and mature. Again, I’ll probably be in the minority, but I believe Sissoko is a more physical, athletic, and dominant version of Hojbjerg. I’ve honestly seen very little to suggest he’s leaps and bounds better than Sissoko in possession, he often seems nervous on the ball. But again, just my opinion. (Pep said he could be Philipp lahm’s replacement at Bayern so who am I to judge).I’d prefer we sign someone that provides the best qualities of Sissoko and PEH in one. Someone with world class athleticism, defensive awareness, selfless work for the team, and added class on the ball. That for me would be Denis Zakaria, but would cost a premium and probably out of our price range. Which is why I understand PEH would be the best buy for us in the position given the likely small fee. He would improve the squad (and maybe even the first XI) given the circumstances, and hopefully his qualities would fit perfectly into what Jose is trying to do here.
I think Sissoko is a useful option to have in that role and he's done fine in the past 2 games, but he's so clearly one of the weak links in the side and should definitely not be our go-to DM.
He's got great stamina, gives 100% and works as hard as anyone, but he doesn't read the game well defensively and his passing is mostly either slow and conservative, or inconsistent and wayward. I swear he passes a simple ball straight out of play at least twice a game due to misjudging the weight of pass. When we're sitting deep under Mourinho, it's vital that we move the ball quickly and accurately to our forward players in the transition. Sissoko decidedly does not do this.
Hojbjerg may not be perfect, but I'd still pick him over Sissoko every time.
Exactly. In recent games as the most deep lying midfielder he's clearly been ordered not to make many of those runs and to stay back so we're neutering one of his best assets.Sissoko's biggest strength IMO is his ability to pick the ball up in deep positions and power up the pitch with it. As long as there's an easy pass at the end of it he's a real asset. However, charging off up the pitch is precisely what you don't want your DM to do, so giving him that role would be dangerous for the team and not very beneficial to Sossoko either.
Yes, Hojbjerg is technically superior to Sissoko, and I agree we need another option to start over and rotate with Sissoko. At least in this current setup, Sissoko’s running and powerful athleticism is vital in covering gaps on the right and Hojbjerg isn’t as suited to that role currently. But if we are planning on a 3 man midfield in the future, Hojbjerg fits the bill perfectly as cheap, young, PL experience, and big club experience, and I agree he would be better than Sissoko in that role. It’s always nice to have options and to get one of that quality for that price is a no brainer.I think Sissoko is a useful option to have in that role and he's done fine in the past 2 games, but he's so clearly one of the weak links in the side and should definitely not be our go-to DM.
He's got great stamina, gives 100% and works as hard as anyone, but he doesn't read the game well defensively and his passing is mostly either slow and conservative, or inconsistent and wayward. I swear he passes a simple ball straight out of play at least twice a game due to misjudging the weight of pass. When we're sitting deep under Mourinho, it's vital that we move the ball quickly and accurately to our forward players in the transition. Sissoko decidedly does not do this.
Hojbjerg may not be perfect, but I'd still pick him over Sissoko every time.