Yeah. Totally agree on Pogba, always wanted to try to hold off 3 players or spray 50 yard balls, often losing possession in the process. Didn’t look after the ball anywhere near as well Mainoo is showing so far.
The thing is, Neves plays as the deepest midfielder for Benfica and I think he’s more industrious defensively than Mainoo. Both could easily drop into the 6 position.
Neves arguably has better long passing ability than Mainoo.
But yeah, Neves’...
I do think he has decent passing range but hasn’t really felt the need to use it much yet.
He wouldn’t be on Scholes level with long range passing but can do it.
One thing that always reminded me of Scholes with him is his little outside of the...
I had called the Modric style comparison since watching him in the under 18s as a 16 year old. Others were lazily comparing him to Pogba.
Would love us to pair him with Joao Neves, but might be more sensible financially to get an outright DM for...
Antony is nowhere near good enough, nor is Pellistri. Rashford is too inconsistent and Amad has potential but still lots to prove. A winger who can get to near enough double figures in goals and assists is absolutely essential.
Tbh I think if...
I agree. What I like most about him is his off the ball work and intensity despite(?) having great technique with passing and dribbling. Reminds me a bit of Keano in that sense.
But there will be a lot of pressure on him at the supposed price tag.
Yep.
I have to admit, my head says no at 100m, but my heart says absolutely. Him next to Mainoo, two teenagers in midfield, would fit class with our tradition of playing talented youngsters.
A top class winger is as important as midfielder for me. We need more composure and goals from our front 3. Basically someone to push to start ahead of Rashford and a backup centre forward too.