bosskeano
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nice thing is that he's under contract until 2027 and he's a homegrown lad that only has said he dreams of playing for United
I have many concerns about him.The only concern about Mainoo is fans needlessly overhyping him such that if he doesn't play at a very high level all the time, will be perceived as disappointing.
Yeah, his range of pass needs to expand a little. He values ball security first and foremost but he needs to take the next step and balance that with being more adventurous in his passing. I'm sure he has it in his locker as I believe it was a strong point at youth level.Need to see how well he can ping a long range pass. He rarely does it
Great post. I think it's the stamina issue that is holding his off the ball game back. I'm not worried about his pace even though it would be nice if he had the extra yard on players when going past them.I have many concerns about him.
- In his debut season, he is being thrown into almost every fixture in every competition for which he is eligible, after recovering from a long-term injury. Garnacho's introduction last season was sudden but, by comparison, it seems graceful relative to what's happening with Kobbie.
- Tangential to the above, he looks visibly tired after 60-70 minutes in most matches. Still questions about how his fitness and physique will develop, especially if injuries hamper him further in the next season or two - which our integration strategy is risking.
- Also probably connected to the above, his off-the-ball work isn't always there. He sees far fewer touches than his midfield peers and it looks like some combination of fitness, (current) ability, and tactics.
- It's not clear what he is right now. People say he's not a #6 or a #10, but I'm also not sure he's demonstrated the combination of physical and technical abilities to be classed as an all-action #8. He isn't a highly progressive passer, isn't as fast as genuinely progressive ball carriers, and isn't as athletic as combative midfielders who chew up the ground. He has a delightful touch, close control, and unbelievable awareness, but is that a role in a title-challenging starting lineup? A combination of strengths, some of which he does not possess today, will need to come together to be a world-class player in the long run.
- He has a very good head on his shoulders but extreme and sudden fame at his age can pressure test a player's focus and development in unforeseen ways.
I love watching him play with the knowledge he's young and shows potential, but I think there is a wild hype cycle happening right now as though he's a mature player already where he will need to be. The way he is being introduced to the team and to the world poses many challenges for a player who still has much to do. Onward...
Yep, great post. I agree with everything there.I have many concerns about him.
- In his debut season, he is being thrown into almost every fixture in every competition for which he is eligible, after recovering from a long-term injury. Garnacho's introduction last season was sudden but, by comparison, it seems graceful relative to what's happening with Kobbie.
- Tangential to the above, he looks visibly tired after 60-70 minutes in most matches. Still questions about how his fitness and physique will develop, especially if injuries hamper him further in the next season or two - which our integration strategy is risking.
- Also probably connected to the above, his off-the-ball work isn't always there. He sees far fewer touches than his midfield peers and it looks like some combination of fitness, (current) ability, and tactics.
- It's not clear what he is right now. People say he's not a #6 or a #10, but I'm also not sure he's demonstrated the combination of physical and technical abilities to be classed as an all-action #8. He isn't a highly progressive passer, isn't as fast as genuinely progressive ball carriers, and isn't as athletic as combative midfielders who chew up the ground. He has a delightful touch, close control, and unbelievable awareness, but is that a role in a title-challenging starting lineup? A combination of strengths, some of which he does not possess today, will need to come together to be a world-class player in the long run.
- He has a very good head on his shoulders but extreme and sudden fame at his age can pressure test a player's focus and development in unforeseen ways.
I love watching him play with the knowledge he's young and shows potential, but I think there is a wild hype cycle happening right now as though he's a mature player already where he will need to be. The way he is being introduced to the team and to the world poses many challenges for a player who still has much to do. Onward...
On the other hand ETH nearly always takes him of after 60 minutes or so. And so did Southgate, despite chasing the game. I assume that was the deal.Yep, great post. I agree with everything there.
I think the club tried to protect Greenwood. I remember at the time the word was that Ole didnt want Greenwood doing any interviews/promos.He needs to be properly managed. Under SAF young superstar player were protected. No interview, play down all the hype, keep them focus and train hard.
After SAF, we had so many talented young players that fame and hype went to their head like Januzaj, Greenwood, even Rashford and etc.
Mainoo is only 18 and hope the club can protect him properly.