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Originally Posted by kanchelskis14
Not entirely true. His ability to consistently control and pass has been a bit ropey this season too.
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Not consistently, no, but his vision and eye for a clever pass is still right up there with the very best in the league.
I would even take issue with the poor finishing criticism. He hasn't had many clear-cut openings for a little while now. Against Pompy he only fluffed his best chance because of a superb bit of cover by Campbell. It ain't easy dribbling round a keeper as big and quick as David James and he managed that part with ease.
His finishing hasn't been as lethal as it could be but it's not as though he's missing sitters, week in, week out. He just needs a goal or two to get right back in the groove and all the begrudgers will shut their cake-holes. I fancy him to make a start this very weekend.