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I like that we are at the point where we can't judge a 72m player in his first season, because apparently he needs more time.
But surely we learned from Fred that some players take a while to adjust? He’s improved recently anyway so giving him until next season before coming to a conclusion doesn’t seem that far fetched.I like that we are at the point where we can't judge a 72m player in his first season, because apparently he needs more time.
Fred, Son, Keita, Fabinho all in recent memory took at least 6 months to adapt. Coming from a different league, players need time to adapt.But surely we learned from Fred that some players take a while to adjust? He’s improved recently anyway so giving him until next season before coming to a conclusion doesn’t seem that far fetched.
It's also not an experienced player, age means very little what matters is the amount of games played at high level. Pépé wasn't a 72m player simply because at that fee you want someone that has a solid resume, not someone that is still searching his game and has never played in Europe. In a way he is comparable to Drogba at the same age, Drogba went to Marseille and grew a lot in a single season though.But surely we learned from Fred that some players take a while to adjust? He’s improved recently anyway so giving him until next season before coming to a conclusion doesn’t seem that far fetched.
Exactly, I find it a bit weird the way people want to write off a player so quickly, we’ve seen this happen so many times, only for the player to come good in his second season.Fred, Son, Keita, Fabinho all in recent memory took at least 6 months to adapt. Coming from a different league, players need time to adapt.
He could be a completely different player next season.
Can’t wait for Bruno to adaptFred, Son, Keita, Fabinho all in recent memory took at least 6 months to adapt. Coming from a different league, players need time to adapt.
He could be a completely different player next season.
You can see he is adapting quicker, this is probably because we had Lingard and Perreira before him. Anyone looks like an upgrade to them.Can’t wait for Bruno to adapt
That’s an interesting comparison actually. You can tell Pepe lacks experience at the highest level, that in itself warrants some patience, he clearly has the raw tools to be a very good winger, whether he can bring them all together to become consistent remains to be seen but the recent signs are positive.It's also not an experienced player, age means very little what matters is the amount of games played at high level. Pépé wasn't a 72m player simply because at that fee you want someone that has a solid resume, not someone that is still searching his game and has never played in Europe. In a way he is comparable to Drogba at the same age, Drogba went to Marseille and grew a lot in a single season though.
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He has obvious talent. If he could string it all together he could be amazing. Pace, Power, ability to take on players and brilliant left foot.It is not like he doesnt have any talent... 72m is a lot but i wouldnt write it all off just yet.
It's totally fine that he needs time to adapt and to improve. You still expect a certain level of competence if you buy any player for that much money. Arsenal wanted to compete for top4 and planned with him as nailed on starter. They don't have any good alternatives, their squad needs improvement in almost all areas and he has been terrible. Bang-for-buck this has been one of the worst transfers of the season for an English club (Cancelo might be even worse).But surely we learned from Fred that some players take a while to adjust? He’s improved recently anyway so giving him until next season before coming to a conclusion doesn’t seem that far fetched.
Agreed. There were plenty of Caf experts annoyed we didn't get him though...He's very raw for a 25 year old. I'm not sure how much better he'll become, but you'd think maybe he can get a bit better consistency wise? Who knows, just glad it's not our problem.
Evra as well.Fred, Son, Keita, Fabinho all in recent memory took at least 6 months to adapt. Coming from a different league, players need time to adapt.
He could be a completely different player next season.
You think Keita has adapted ?Fred, Son, Keita, Fabinho all in recent memory took at least 6 months to adapt. Coming from a different league, players need time to adapt.
He could be a completely different player next season.
Nope, I hope he doesnt given the flack they gave us for Fred.You think Keita has adapted ?
That has an impact on our perception for sure, but it's beyond that. It's clear Bruno has not taken any time to adjust to the PL, and looks like a player who has played here for years. It's great for him but sure other players need more time, which isn't necessarily a reflection on their level.You can see he is adapting quicker, this is probably because we had Lingard and Perreira before him. Anyone looks like an upgrade to them.
Exactly, not saying every player needs time, some will hit the ground running and others maybe not.That has an impact on our perception for sure, but it's beyond that. It's clear Bruno has not taken any time to adjust to the PL, and looks like a player who has played here for years. It's great for him but sure other players need more time, which isn't necessarily a reflection on their level.
And to think they paid £80m for a guy who's as good as Bebe...So about this guy...
I agree with every word you wrote. Best post of the year.With the game next week in mind, it's fair to say I rate him very highly, one of the best in the world, and I'm very very worried about him.
Can't believe we didn't go for him!!! Wtf was Ole thinkingWith the game next week in mind, it's fair to say I rate him very highly, one of the best in the world, and I'm very very worried about him.
Omg are you serious??!With the game next week in mind, it's fair to say I rate him very highly, one of the best in the world, and I'm very very worried about him.