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Another knee injury i believe.What happened him ?
Another knee injury i believe.What happened him ?
That sucks, I think Ole might have given him a shot as AWB definitely needs a rest and like I said Dalot hasn't really shown much in his recent chances.@Devil may care
He had his leg in a caste at the end of January after suffering a knee injury, so it would be a surprise to see him against Derby if I'm honest.
Agree. As good as Dalot is going forward, I think he has a lot to learn defensively. Probably won't see the best of Laird until the summer warm up matches, where I expect him to excel.That sucks, I think Ole might have given him a shot as AWB definitely needs a rest and like I said Dalot hasn't really shown much in his recent chances.
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He was brilliant vs DortmundAlphonso Davis setting the bar.
You never know. We have the second tie against LASK, already 5-0 up. We'll have a lot of games over a short space of time so I expect Ole will be keen to play lots of kids in that one.I'm assuming the U23 will not play anymore this season, so he is not going to feature I imagine. Sadly, because I would play him before Dalot.
G nev was talented ?For me he’s the most talented full back I’ve seen us produce since G Neville- will be very interesting to see how he develops and let’s pray he steers clear of any more injuries as this will be the only thing holding him back
You think the Europa League will resume? Has there been any news about European football starting back up like that? Some of the teams still in are from leagues which have finished haven’t they?You never know. We have the second tie against LASK, already 5-0 up. We'll have a lot of games over a short space of time so I expect Ole will be keen to play lots of kids in that one.
There were news that they want to finish the competitions (CL and EL) by the end of August.You think the Europa League will resume? Has there been any news about European football starting back up like that? Some of the teams still in are from leagues which have finished haven’t they?
yes...G nev was talented ?
He had outstanding defensive attributesG nev was talented ?
Sweet crossing too at times.He had outstanding defensive attributes
He’s far more talented than Gary Neville. As is Williams, who himself is far less talented than Laird.For me he’s the most talented full back I’ve seen us produce since G Neville- will be very interesting to see how he develops and let’s pray he steers clear of any more injuries as this will be the only thing holding him back
It will probably start and finish, somewhere in mid to late July and maybe August. They will have discussions about that in a couple of weeks i believeYou think the Europa League will resume? Has there been any news about European football starting back up like that? Some of the teams still in are from leagues which have finished haven’t they?
I think Laird has a lot of skills, but that's quite a statement, considering Williams has broken into the first-team at age 19 and has played 12 games.He’s far more talented than Gary Neville. As is Williams, who himself is far less talented than Laird.
By any metric, Laird is more talented. Williams did not get into the team because he was better than Laird. There was an opening at the time, and he was fit. He then took his chance by performing quite well. His progression has nothing to do with his talent in relation to Laird’s. Laird has more than just ‘skills’ on him too. He is stronger, faster, a better attacking threat in terms of crossing and scoring, and better defensively.I think Laird has a lot of skills, but that's quite a statement, considering Williams has broken into the first-team at age 19 and has played 12 games.
He's 1 year older. If Laird breaks into the team like Williams, I'll be very happy. People need to realize that talent is also hard work, great mentality, good decision-making, all which Williams posses. Talent is not just skills.
If he stays injury free, I predict he'll relegate Wan Bissaka to the bench in time. The best fullback talent I've ever seen come through the ranks at United.Glad to just see him fit. Future star.
He's a very good player - he is sometimes caught out of position.If he stays injury free, I predict he'll relegate Wan Bissaka to the bench in time. The best fullback talent I've ever seen come through the ranks at United.
I’d agree with that, in terms of his potential. Of course, it will take more than just being injury free, and focus and luck will play a part. But the potential of a world-class full-back is definitely there, and I’d agree with you that he’s better than anything I’ve ever seen in our academy in his position.If he stays injury free, I predict he'll relegate Wan Bissaka to the bench in time. The best fullback talent I've ever seen come through the ranks at United.
I see fullbacks as attackers in the modern game and Ethan Laird is a attacker who has the potential to be world class in that regard. It's easier to coach defending than attacking too IMO.He's a very good player - he is sometimes caught out of position.
Wan bissaka has more tackles then the rest of the back four put together strange how people no longer see that as a incredible skill for a defender at the age 22,
I don't agree - Wan-Bissaka has a ability that can not be taught its based around around his physical attributes and timing, there is a reason they call him spider.I see fullbacks as attackers in the modern game and Ethan Laird is a attacker who has the potential to be world class in that regard. It's easier to coach defending than attacking too IMO.
Attacking is more difficult than defending. Passing the ball, linking up with the attackers and being a threat in the final third is way more difficult. And then you have to defend too. Klopp, Pep, Nagelsmann, Rose are some of the best or potentially best coaches in the game and the attacking fullback is a big weapon in their tactical arsenal. Even Ole wants his fullbacks to push forward. A good cross is welcome, but without the above attributes it's pointless.I don't agree - Wan-Bissaka has a ability that can not be taught its based around around his physical attributes and timing, there is a reason they call him spider.
Aymeric Laporte 26 and Virgil van Dijk 27 before there move, Walker was around the same age. You might say, well they were good before the transfer. Some people said Van Dijk was a waste of money.. Now look at him.
Which is easier to teach crossing or defending? One is a technique the other is a whole skil set.
In my opinion
Laird is my second favourite in the unders.Attacking is more difficult than defending. Passing the ball, linking up with the attackers and being a threat in the final third is way more difficult. And then you have to defend too. Klopp, Pep, Nagelsmann, Rose are some of the best or potentially best coaches in the game and the attacking fullback is a big weapon in their tactical arsenal. Even Ole wants his fullbacks to push forward. A good cross is welcome, but without the above attributes it's pointless.
I could be wrong about Laird but if he can stay injury free, he will give AWB a major headache due to his superior ability on the ball imo.
I highly doubt it.If he stays injury free, I predict he'll relegate Wan Bissaka to the bench in time. The best fullback talent I've ever seen come through the ranks at United.
They will both have a big role. Laird is a stunning talent.I highly doubt it.
Unfortunately so far has been just as injury prone. Hope they can both stay injury free and we really get to see what they can do at the top level.About 4 times better than Dalot
I always thought the Dalot signing was pretty stupid given we had an extremely talented right back in the academy. Williams can cover that position tooAbout 4 times better than Dalot