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rotherham_red · 17th July 2008, 19:50

Hi mate,

Basically, I just wanted to know what the situation is with Adel Taarabt. The kid looked pretty nifty when he first came, but I havent seen or heard of him since last pre-season, when it looked like he may break through...

GAngel · 17th July 2008, 19:55

He should have stayed in france longer didn't get much of a shot at spurs only like 5 games as subs or crap league teams. A younger ben arfa who plays anywhere in the most advanced positions except leading the line. Doubt he'll be around much longer with ramos in charge.

Scholesy · 17th July 2008, 19:57

I would like him at United

GlastonSpur · 19th July 2008, 11:27

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Originally Posted by rotherham_red

Hi mate,

Basically, I just wanted to know what the situation is with Adel Taarabt. The kid looked pretty nifty when he first came, but I havent seen or heard of him since last pre-season, when it looked like he may break through...

He's out in Spain training with the rest of the first team squad.

He has undoubted talent, but needs to learn when to release the ball and be more of a team player, rather than trying to beat 5 players in a row and then score a spectacular goal.

He only turned 19 a couple of months ago, so has plenty of time to develop. I don't know how Ramos sees him or what his plans are. But with 7 subs on the bench for next season I'm sure Taraabt will be a regular part of the match-day squad and will get some chances to play.

fearghal · 19th July 2008, 12:51

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Originally Posted by Scholesy

I would like him at United

Don't get k14 started

Red_Jamie · 19th July 2008, 13:24

let's tap him up..

Scholesy · 19th July 2008, 13:35

Tottenham's summer signing Abel Taarabt has revealed he chose Tottenham over Man Utd and Chelsea. The Moroccan born French footballer had signed for Spurs from Lens over the summer.

He told Hotspur magazine: "I didn't know much about this club, but I did know Spurs were one of the top five teams in England.

"I had heard of Damien Comolli, who contacted me. I spoke to Chelsea and Manchester United, but I am realistic. I thought I could develop quicker at Spurs. In France, it is like a chess game, with far more tactics, but here it is more open, very fast."

Taarabt's agent, Rudy Raba, says the youngster can be the new Zinedine Zidane.

"I am hoping to become that but it is my agent's opinion," Taarabt said. "Other people have said this as well. I just want to reach that level."

From the days he signed.

lynchie · 19th July 2008, 13:44

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Originally Posted by Scholesy

He told Hotspur magazine: "I didn't know much about this club, but I did know Spurs were one of the top five teams in England.

He must be feeling pretty disillusioned right now

D J Dog Toffee · 19th July 2008, 13:46

Each time I have seen him (and that's not often) he's looked good. Unpolished, but brimming with attacking spirit and a few skills.

Last time I think it was in the Arsenal hammering where he picked up the ball on the wing and really took the piss out of the Arse midfield with tricks and a few nut-megs as well.

VidaRed · 19th July 2008, 13:53

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Originally Posted by Scholesy

Tottenham's summer signing Abel Taarabt has revealed he chose Tottenham over Man Utd and Chelsea. The Moroccan born French footballer had signed for Spurs from Lens over the summer.

He told Hotspur magazine: "I didn't know much about this club, but I did know Spurs were one of the top five teams in England.

"I had heard of Damien Comolli, who contacted me. I spoke to Chelsea and Manchester United, but I am realistic. I thought I could develop quicker at Spurs. In France, it is like a chess game, with far more tactics, but here it is more open, very fast."

Taarabt's agent, Rudy Raba, says the youngster can be the new Zinedine Zidane.

"I am hoping to become that but it is my agent's opinion," Taarabt said. "Other people have said this as well. I just want to reach that level."

From the days he signed.

turning us down for a mid table team must be the in thing these days

ch7 · 19th July 2008, 13:53

Taarabt is a talented player but I was under the impression that some Spurs fans have already turned against him and have given him some abuse even though he is only just 19 years old. Is this the case or am I mistaken?

I've heard some Tottenham fans slaughtering him which I found incredible considering his age. It shows a complete lack of patience and understanding when young players especially coming from a foreign country are immediately judged to be not good enough.

Classy Cannon · 19th July 2008, 14:08

I've not seen much of Taarabt, but whenever I've seen him he's impressed me. I thought he should have got more time ahead of Malbranque, maybe he'll start more now Malbranque's gone.

Kevin · 19th July 2008, 14:09

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Originally Posted by ch7

I've heard some Tottenham fans slaughtering him which I found incredible considering his age. It shows a complete lack of patience and understanding when young players especially coming from a foreign country are immediately judged to be not good enough.

You should have seen some United fans on here, RI or other forums when Ronaldo was 19 and into his second season of English football.

GloryHunter07 · 19th July 2008, 15:17

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Originally Posted by ch7

Taarabt is a talented player but I was under the impression that some Spurs fans have already turned against him and have given him some abuse even though he is only just 19 years old. Is this the case or am I mistaken?

I've heard some Tottenham fans slaughtering him which I found incredible considering his age. It shows a complete lack of patience and understanding when young players especially coming from a foreign country are immediately judged to be not good enough.

Every club has its fair share of morons, us included. I remember a thread titled "Anderson = the new Djemba Djemba" around September 07

17th July 2008, 19:50	#1 (permalink)
rotherham_red Reserve Team Player Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 1,079	FAO GlastonSpur Hi mate, Basically, I just wanted to know what the situation is with Adel Taarabt. The kid looked pretty nifty when he first came, but I havent seen or heard of him since last pre-season, when it looked like he may break through...

17th July 2008, 19:55	#2 (permalink)
GAngel Reserve Team Player Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 1,795	He should have stayed in france longer didn't get much of a shot at spurs only like 5 games as subs or crap league teams. A younger ben arfa who plays anywhere in the most advanced positions except leading the line. Doubt he'll be around much longer with ramos in charge.

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Scholesy biggest idiotic gay in the village Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Brap Posts: 3,808	I would like him at United

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Red_Jamie Youth Team Player Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Republic of Mancunia Posts: 406	let's tap him up..

19th July 2008, 13:35	#7 (permalink)
Scholesy biggest idiotic gay in the village Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Brap Posts: 3,808	Tottenham's summer signing Abel Taarabt has revealed he chose Tottenham over Man Utd and Chelsea. The Moroccan born French footballer had signed for Spurs from Lens over the summer. He told Hotspur magazine: "I didn't know much about this club, but I did know Spurs were one of the top five teams in England. "I had heard of Damien Comolli, who contacted me. I spoke to Chelsea and Manchester United, but I am realistic. I thought I could develop quicker at Spurs. In France, it is like a chess game, with far more tactics, but here it is more open, very fast." Taarabt's agent, Rudy Raba, says the youngster can be the new Zinedine Zidane. "I am hoping to become that but it is my agent's opinion," Taarabt said. "Other people have said this as well. I just want to reach that level." From the days he signed.

19th July 2008, 13:46	#9 (permalink)
D J Dog Toffee Reserve Team Player Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Sconnie Botland - The 'toffee' part of my name in no way represents an Everton affiliation.. Posts: 1,326	Each time I have seen him (and that's not often) he's looked good. Unpolished, but brimming with attacking spirit and a few skills. Last time I think it was in the Arsenal hammering where he picked up the ball on the wing and really took the piss out of the Arse midfield with tricks and a few nut-megs as well.

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ch7 Reserve Team Player Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 550	Taarabt is a talented player but I was under the impression that some Spurs fans have already turned against him and have given him some abuse even though he is only just 19 years old. Is this the case or am I mistaken? I've heard some Tottenham fans slaughtering him which I found incredible considering his age. It shows a complete lack of patience and understanding when young players especially coming from a foreign country are immediately judged to be not good enough.

19th July 2008, 14:08	#12 (permalink)
Classy Cannon Left Back in the changing room Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 2,001	I've not seen much of Taarabt, but whenever I've seen him he's impressed me. I thought he should have got more time ahead of Malbranque, maybe he'll start more now Malbranque's gone.