To be fair, Kante, Makelele and Keane did ok being vertically challenged
Andrey Santos | 2026/27 Performances
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3 CMs for 2 positions?
We're in four competitions.
Tidy performance I thought. No-ones going 100% in a preseason friendly, but his touch, passing, positioning all looked good. Hopefully after 3 or 4 more games he'll get up to fitness and we'll see what he can do.
Guess it depends on amount. I’d be up for another one to be fair.
He isn't even short, he's 5'11, that isn't short...is it....I hope....
We need a 4th man in midfield, going into a season where we expect to play 60+ games with only 3 players covering 2 positions would be stupid. 1 injury and we are basically fecked.
No I’m not against a 4th cm, I just doubt we’re going to drop big money on one. We have 3 very good options, someone like Berge would be sufficient and enable us to strengthen elsewhere.
It’s tiny mate
That's what she said
He was quite good, he's clearly got a "defensive midfielder" brain in a way he takes positions off the ball. A few good interceptions, likes a tackle too.
On the ball he's doing alright I guess. He seems to be forcing the ball through the center a bit too much for my liking. It already backfired a few times when we lost the ball. Just a note: his execution is quite good, but it's a difficult pass to take.
I'm quite happy with him as I think he suits most players quite well as he's all rounded defensive 8. Nothing spectacular is expected though, we have other players to do that I guess.
On the ball he's doing alright I guess. He seems to be forcing the ball through the center a bit too much for my liking. It already backfired a few times when we lost the ball. Just a note: his execution is quite good, but it's a difficult pass to take.
I'm quite happy with him as I think he suits most players quite well as he's all rounded defensive 8. Nothing spectacular is expected though, we have other players to do that I guess.
I like him. Somehow reminds me of Carrick in the sense he always looks forward, and keeps it simple. Decent defensively too, a big upgrade on Ugarte overall.
The hype? Most fans seemed underwhelmed when we signed him. He’s looked pretty good so far.
The dude knows how to “ sniff out danger” that’s a quality on its own. Always seems to be in the right place to stop the opponent shooting or well place to cut opt a pass. Thats one thing I’ve noticed about him the last two games.
And like everyone said always looking to pass the ball forward instead of the easy side ways pass. Like him so far he can only improve with better players around him.
And like everyone said always looking to pass the ball forward instead of the easy side ways pass. Like him so far he can only improve with better players around him.
Was only partly watching the match. Again I was just happy to see him finding forward passes like in the buildup for the first goal
Edit - I was actually thinking of the Dorgu post hit before the goal, rather than the first goal. Nice pass
Edit - I was actually thinking of the Dorgu post hit before the goal, rather than the first goal. Nice pass
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What I want from a midfielder, no holding onto the ball unnecessarily and forward passes.
But for the price/ age and performance till now, I think he'll be a good signing for us.
He has the capabilities of being a deep lying playmaker and I am a bit surprised by his potential to find a pass in the middle of the pitch.
One callout though, is he going to be the more attacking of the 2 midfielders or the 6? Looking at the games, he seems more similar to Tielemens than Mainoo. If we are thinking of Kobbie as a 6, I am not sure he's the right profile especially at his current level.
Still missing a fast/ physical defensive beast to play in most PL games where you need more grit
Hes like Flash detergent, does the dirty job thay others dont. Good squad player, young enough to improve. Looking forward to seeing his role this season.
Thinking more Mr Muscle loves the jobs you hate
Small sample size and all but defensively his style is actually quite similar to Casemiro. He tackles, intercepts and cuts out balls quite square on and with both his feet facing the opposition player. A lot of good anticipation and jumping out at the right time. Can be quite high risk but positionally he's doing most of what you'd want your DM to do. Very orthodox.
On the ball, he has decent feet and seems like he can take a ball under some pressure, get it out and play it with some finesse. Quite secure and progressive with his passing but as I've mentioned before having watched quite a few all touch compilations, he does favour a some high(er) risk first touch passes where the receiving player has to be really aware of their surroundings. So far fairly promising.
On the ball, he has decent feet and seems like he can take a ball under some pressure, get it out and play it with some finesse. Quite secure and progressive with his passing but as I've mentioned before having watched quite a few all touch compilations, he does favour a some high(er) risk first touch passes where the receiving player has to be really aware of their surroundings. So far fairly promising.
He's already a better footballer than Casemiro and it'll be beyond doubt by the end of the year. He's not as rugged but he's a better forward passer and he also jumps in for set pieces. They are similar. Santos will eventually help make us a better overall unit. The big thing is if Bruno can step up yet again. If he does everyone else looks good
It’s funny seeing people talking about height like Tinder girls putting height requirements for guys.
PTSD much? Haha
Seems to read the play well enough to consistently get some interceptions, and some nice passes through the lines. I was impressed today. No shaky touches like the first half against Wrexham either.
This is a wild take
People here have a weird obsession with age and height. 5’11 and you’re too short. 6ft and it’s perfect. 24-27 is the perfect age. 28 is too old…
Agree. Jude has a lot to answer for.......
First time I’ve really seen him but I thought he looked very impressive. I thought his defensive style appeared quite similar to Casa. It felt like he was everywhere defensively today! Some nice forward passing as well. I’d like to see more of him facing a high press as that will be the litmus test in the premier league.
Yeah, the caf has been fecking weird lately. People stressing out about Sesko because he’s put an extra inch on his chest.
There context I suppose, and the example of course is Lukaku who decided for his entirely selfish reasons to put on weight.
Then remember he could t even run for 20 mins!
However, Lukaku was a pathetic thin skinned, unprofessional player. Sesko looks like he has exactly the right mentality. One also assumes his programme is in lock step with the club.
His defensive awareness is something that will come in really handy this season. Also, his forward passing ability means that he will combine really well with a ground eating, athletic midfielder if we do get that.
Love the common sense that has gone behind this signing.
Love the common sense that has gone behind this signing.
You don’t put someone like Santos with a player like (I assume you want) Baleba. We need complete players, not a complete set of attributes across 4 different players.
I think Santos can dovetail with either Tielemans or Mainoo, and that’s what we need to make work.
Jude Law? Far too old and needs to bulk up.
Lukaku weighed about 25kilos more than Sesko. Who the feck cares - come back to me when he’s running like a tug boat but he’s not even played yet
Jesus Christ. I wasn’t even the one commentating, I was explaining to you the context.
Check the Sesko thread - about 2 pages of people concerned he’s going to lose all his pace and agility because he’s been moderately working outreally?! I need to see this.
Indeed. He's going to lose speed. Have they ever seen a 100m sprinter? Putting on chest muscle can actually make you faster, as would the right muscle mass. Key is right muscle mass! Sprinters are many times as muscular as Sesko - you could argue that too much muscle makes you less agile, but look at gymnasts... or that it makes you less able to cover a bunch of miles, which is probably true... then again, for a forward, is that such an issue? I'd rather he makes the right runs than chase around all day - Haaland barely moves when he doesn't have to. Let's see how he fares, shall we before we conclude with things we have limited knowledge on, tbf.
thankfully I’m out of the dating scene for ages. I would never get a date much less a wife today’s world and vapid obsession with social media.
It's been trending this way for a while now, the whole internet has.... I just ignore them