A top quality, clinical striker

[The Nani]

He wasn’t clinical as per today, but a 17 year old came in for his full debut and showed us just how shite our forward play has been all season.

 

[jesperjaap]

I really dont see many really good stikers in the game at the moment and most of them are older ones. Many have said on here cant be a clinical striker without chances created which is a good point. Rashford certainly isnt clinical though, still think he would be better on the left, possibly even from the bench as an impact player. Talented for sure, hugely over rated by many though.

First thing we need to do in my opinion to score more goals is actually rebuild the defence. We have a back four that cant defend very well in several areas and also isnt good at cycling the ball and bringing it forward quickly. If we could address that for starters we would be conceding less as well as the rest of the team being able to attack quicker and with more freedom and faith in those behind them, which should mean mroe goals too....obviously many many other problems throughout the side but its been a problem for a long time, only hidden by half the managers playing such a defensive game that are defensive record didnt appear as shambolic as the players playing there, majority of which have been here for nearly a decade for god sake

 

[Isotope]

I really dont see many really good stikers in the game at the moment and most of them are older ones. Many have said on here cant be a clinical striker without chances created which is a good point. Rashford certainly isnt clinical though, still think he would be better on the left, possibly even from the bench as an impact player. Talented for sure, hugely over rated by many though.

First thing we need to do in my opinion to score more goals is actually rebuild the defence. We have a back four that cant defend very well in several areas and also isnt good at cycling the ball and bringing it forward quickly. If we could address that for starters we would be conceding less as well as the rest of the team being able to attack quicker and with more freedom and faith in those behind them, which should mean mroe goals too....obviously many many other problems throughout the side but its been a problem for a long time, only hidden by half the managers playing such a defensive game that are defensive record didnt appear as shambolic as the players playing there, majority of which have been here for nearly a decade for god sake

How's being good defensively today could win us the game? We had almost 80% possession with all out attack.

 

[ash_86]

Throw all the money at Jovic. Clinical striker can take us a long way

 

[Mylock]

Throw all the money at Jovic. Clinical striker can take us a long way

100 % agree with you, reminds me of Shearer.

 

[WR10]

Watch Van Persie’s season for us. Watch greenwood today for us.

When you have a proper forward attacker that moves into space with a PURPOSE you are a lot more dangerous attacking wise.

Without a player up front looking to finish off attacks it’s toothless.

This is why Ronaldo is so amazingly successful. Every time he attacks he only makes movements to score. His team therefore attack with the mindset of finishing the possession with a goal. Not the wankfest we usually have with rashford/lingard/martial/pogba playing keep ball with some shitty flicks

 

[The Nani]

Throw all the money at Jovic. Clinical striker can take us a long way

Rather have him than Felix or Dybala.

He’s ruthless.

 

[ash_86]

Rather have him than Felix or Dybala.

He’s ruthless.

Yup. Dybala has stagnated a bit and Felix.. Is too unproven. Jovic can find the net blindfolded.

 

[MrSingh2002]

Piatek from AC Milan is the one for us. Im convinced but doubt we're smart enough to go get him.

 

[The Nani]

Yup. Dybala has stagnated a bit and Felix.. Is too unproven. Jovic can find the net blindfolded.

Like Dybala, but Jovic is the type of player we’re crying out for. We have no one who can hold the ball up at present.

 

[Adnan]

Braut Haaland could be one to monitor. Very unfinished, but his physics are insane already. Bet he is on Ole's radar at least since he was the one who broke through in Molde during his managerial career there.

Never heard of him until I read your post.

After doing some scouting via YouTube, he looks a top prospect. Only 19 and has a very impressive physique and surprisingly very quick to for a big chap.

Being at Molde, I hope Ole keeps an eye out for him. I imagine he wouldn't cost much either..

 

[ToToMarshall]

Jovic is the guy really, but why on earth would he come here when (reportedly) Barca, Bayern, Real, City and Chelsea just for a kick off are sniffing around?

 

[quackattack]

Never heard of him until I read your post.

After doing some scouting via YouTube, he looks a top prospect. Only 19 and has a very impressive physique and surprisingly very quick to for a big chap.

Being at Molde, I hope Ole keeps an eye out for him. I imagine he wouldn't cost much either..

I would say his strongest traits is obviously the physical part of the game as well as strong determination and from what I could judge in interviews and more already a mature professional. His price has skyrocketed now that he is at RB Salzburg, but I'm sure this is a stepping stone. I don't think it would be completely wrong to draw the lines to Zlatan, but Ibra obviously had a lot more flair to his game. And from back in the Molde days Old praised Haaland as a top prospect.

 

[Will Singh]

If there's one position Ole can fix its the striker position, but from how it's looking Ole is going to back Rashford as he ticks all the boxes Ole is looking for...

If we ain't careful Rashford will be the new Wellbeck.

 

[Halftrack]

Never heard of him until I read your post.

After doing some scouting via YouTube, he looks a top prospect. Only 19 and has a very impressive physique and surprisingly very quick to for a big chap.

Being at Molde, I hope Ole keeps an eye out for him. I imagine he wouldn't cost much either..

He moved to FC Red Bull Salzburg in January, so he's already taken a step up, career wise.

On the other hand, he's the son of Alf-Inge Haaland, and a Leeds supporter.

 

[MVBDX]

Jovic is the guy really, but why on earth would he come here when (reportedly) Barca, Bayern, Real, City and Chelsea just for a kick off are sniffing around?

The deal is done apparently, £52.4 is the mentioned price.

 

[Jibbs]

Bring either Ronaldo or Lewa... we need an experienced goal scorer up top.

 

[Adnan]

He moved to FC Red Bull Salzburg in January, so he's already taken a step up, career wise.

On the other hand, he's the son of Alf-Inge Haaland, and a Leeds supporter.

The next Alan Smith..

 

[OleGunnar20]

Piatek from AC Milan is the one for us. Im convinced but doubt we're smart enough to go get him.

This.

I have a feeling we'll get out act together somewhat transfer-wise over the next couple'a seasons, based solely on some intoxicating mix of blind optimism & gut rumblings.

Fingers crossed the rumblings are true and we snatch Piatek while we can. Great finisher, great attitude - I feel he'd do great for us.

On the topic of Rashy, I'd agree with those who say LW is where he should be, for now at least. I've never really been his biggest fan, despite being a good player I think he's often way overhyped and now seems to be adopting an attitude to match.

I can't remember who said that he never seems to score the easy goals but that hit the nail on the head for me, I just don't see him as a natural finisher.

But hey what do I know. Seems likely he'll be Ole's number one going into next season at least, hope he proves me wrong as can be.

 

[Axle17]

What I don't understand is we have a number of strikers on our books yet none of them know how to take their chances?
The second we approach the box, we're too concerned about creating an easier chance and passing/dribbling versus just taking a shot outside the damn box!

Perhaps our players are more concerned about the oppositions counter attacks and not having a reliable Midfield/Defence?

I always refer to the video of Ole training at Molde absolutely taking it to the players for not shooting, which shows its the players and not the coach. You can take a horse to the water, but you can't make him drink..

 

[The Nani]

This.

I have a feeling we'll get out act together somewhat transfer-wise over the next couple'a seasons, based solely on some intoxicating mix of blind optimism & gut rumblings.

Fingers crossed the rumblings are true and we snatch Piatek while we can. Great finisher, great attitude - I feel he'd do great for us.

On the topic of Rashy, I'd agree with those who say LW is where he should be, for now at least. I've never really been his biggest fan, despite being a good player I think he's often way overhyped and now seems to be adopting an attitude to match.

I can't remember who said that he never seems to score the easy goals but that hit the nail on the head for me, I just don't see him as a natural finisher.

But hey what do I know. Seems likely he'll be Ole's number one going into next season at least, hope he proves me wrong as can be.

One of Milik or Piatek is my hope now with Jovic gone to Madrid and Dybala potentially off the table.

Like you though I am worried we’re not even concerned with signing a striker this summer.

 

[AgentP]

Piatek from AC Milan is the one for us. Im convinced but doubt we're smart enough to go get him.

Milan got him just 6 months back. I don't think they'll sell so soon.

 

[TheRedHearted]

Is Joshua king off the table for everyone?
I honestly still think Martial is unhappy on the left and him up the center is where he has to be. Would love to see Pogba as the left winger for a game with martial in the center

 

[BlackBen]

Let's get Piatek. With Lukaku's constant talk about dreaming of playing in the Serie A, I think we can make that dream come true by swapping him with Piatek. I think Milan would be willing to do business if we add a nice cash bonus on top.

 

[Dolf]

Bring either Ronaldo or Lewa... we need an experienced goal scorer up top.

Sure, let’s buy cristiano fekin ronaldo. Can’t be that hard right

 

[Kill 'em all]

Is Joshua king off the table for everyone?
I honestly still think Martial is unhappy on the left and him up the center is where he has to be. Would love to see Pogba as the left winger for a game with martial in the center

Would Martial work hard enough to open up space and make runs for the full 90 minutes even if he doesn't get the ball? That's the real question when it comes to him. He's got the talent but for some reason really hates running or making any movement without the ball.

 

[devilish]

Let's get Piatek. With Lukaku's constant talk about dreaming of playing in the Serie A, I think we can make that dream come true by swapping him with Piatek. I think Milan would be willing to do business if we add a nice cash bonus on top.

Milan are not interested in wardrobe. Inter are.

 

[Rocknrolla69er]

Peoples thoughts on Timo Werner, whats his conversion rate like

 

[Rocknrolla69er]

Plenty on here all young and talented

https://www.fourfourtwo.com/features/ranked-worlds-best-15-best-strikers-aged-23-and-under?page=0,2

 

[SerenityValley]

Never heard of him until I read your post.

After doing some scouting via YouTube, he looks a top prospect. Only 19 and has a very impressive physique and surprisingly very quick to for a big chap.

Being at Molde, I hope Ole keeps an eye out for him. I imagine he wouldn't cost much either..

We were linked with him a year or two ago, so we probably are monitoring him.

 

[VivaObertan]

Piatek, Cavani, Icardi, Lewandowski... any proven finisher really.

 

[soaphroniscuss]

The next Alan Smith..

The next Chris Waddle / Darren Anderton more like. Just with slightly less flair than Chris and a bit stronger and more direct than both Chris and Darren.

 

[Adnan]

The next Chris Waddle / Darren Anderton more like. Just with slightly less flair than Chris and a bit stronger and more direct than both Chris and Darren.

The next Alan Smith due to both being Leeds fans. Alan Smith was a die hard fan too..

 

[OleGunnar20]

One of Milik or Piatek is my hope now with Jovic gone to Madrid and Dybala potentially off the table.

Like you though I am worried we’re not even concerned with signing a striker this summer.

I've not seen much of Milik so haven't got much to add there really. He's at Napoli right? Likely gettable but expensive if so I imagine.

What kind of a striker is he?

 

[The Nani]

I've not seen much of Milik so haven't got much to add there really. He's at Napoli right? Likely gettable but expensive if so I imagine.

What kind of a striker is he?

Yeah, plays for Napoli. He’s just a bloody good #9. Great movement and technique. Has a great shot on him and and eye for a pass as well. Not just a poacher.

First season he’s been healthy for the duration which is a concern admittedly, but he’s been brilliant.

I’ll be honest though. He’s a bit of a risk and a big step down from Dybala. And Piatek would be as well. I’d rather test Arsenal’s resolve for Lacazette. We could really do with a proper, technical CF type who can create and score goals.

 

[Raoul]

Lukaku, Rashford and Martial had a higher ceiling than Salah and Mane before they signed for Liverpool. We just need a better footballing philosophy and they will produce better returns.

They're not good enough. We need a proper striker.

 

[Kill 'em all]

If only someone like RVN popped up.

 

[jderbyshire]

Is Joshua king off the table for everyone?
I honestly still think Martial is unhappy on the left and him up the center is where he has to be. Would love to see Pogba as the left winger for a game with martial in the center

Somone pointed out on reddit that Josh King has outscored Rashford 4 seasons in a row.

 

[BrianMcClair'sBarnet]

Never heard of him until I read your post.

After doing some scouting via YouTube, he looks a top prospect. Only 19 and has a very impressive physique and surprisingly very quick to for a big chap.

Being at Molde, I hope Ole keeps an eye out for him. I imagine he wouldn't cost much either..

0:23
That's a impressive gurn.

 

[Amadaeus]

They're not good enough. We need a proper striker.

I m sure the same thing was said to Salah and Mane before in their career. I doubt if Salah and Mane was playing here at United, they would be as good as they are at Liverpool. Klopp philosophy makes those players good, similar to the way the new manager bounce made fans claim Pogba was the best midfielder in the world and have our fans excited about the dynamic front three of Rashford, Lingard and Martial.

 

[Raoul]

I m sure the same thing was said to Salah and Mane before in their career. I doubt if Salah and Mane was playing here at United, they would be as good as they are at Liverpool. Klopp philosophy makes those players good, similar to the way the new manager bounce made fans claim Pogba was the best midfielder in the world and have our fans excited about the dynamic front three of Rashford, Lingard and Martial.

You cant compare different players since each brings a different set of qualities to the table. Rashford and Martial are more than good enough to be support/squad players but not nearly good enough to be in the RvN, RvP, or Peak Wazza type categories. We need more of the latter and less of the former.