[LonelyFire]

Can’t see it myself, I reckon he will start with RVP and continue to give minutes to Falcao at the expense of Wilson. I think LVG has handled Wilson very well so far, he has immense talent and it’s only a matter of time until he will be a permanent fixture in the team. I reckon he is seen as RVPs replacement, quite an achievement if he manages it.

You're forgetting Rooney was hobbling at the end.

 

[Sammyjunn]

Are you Ajax fan? Are you happy with Milik? He's a big prospect here in Poland, he obviously won't reach Lewandowski's level but he could become a handy striker for our national team. His international record is actually much better than Lewandowski's.

He can certainly reach that level, he is one of the biggest striker prospects and is quite far for his age and his position, he has the abilities, and he has similar style. He is fast, strong, smart, good in the build/hold up, has a great left foot and also has skills/technique, can also head the ball well, he is a very complete striker and with the right steps, I dont know why he couldnt reach that level. It's hard to predict with young strikers tho, Balo, Welbz, Guidetti, Pato would all be world class strikers at the moment..... While nobody knew Lewa, Falcao, Suarez, Cavani when they were 20.

 

[Mark_GrumpyLion]

He can certainly reach that level, he is one of the biggest striker prospects and is quite far for his age and his position, he has the abilities, and he has similar style. He is fast, strong, smart, good in the build/hold up, has a great left foot and also has skills/technique, can also head the ball well, he is a very complete striker and with the right steps, I dont know why he couldnt reach that level. It's hard to predict with young strikers tho, Balo, Welbz, Guidetti, Pato would all be world class strikers at the moment..... While nobody knew Lewa, Falcao, Suarez, Cavani when they were 20.

Very true. I have to admit that I rate him quite highly and really want him to do well at Ajax, which he's doing so far. Let's hope they can sign him for the 1 million I've been hearing and see him grow for a few years. But, Zikovich is waiting in the wings as well, very talented for his 18 years.

But, this thread is about Wilson, so we should get back to that. I'm hoping to see him start or play, but with Falcao back and RvP back in LvG's good graces, it seems bleak. Not to mention the dead leg.

 

[Getsme]

You're forgetting Rooney was hobbling at the end.

I think Van Gaal said he was fine after the match, not 100% sure though.

 

[LonelyFire]

I think Van Gaal said he was fine after the match, not 100% sure though.

As I said.....

 

[charleysurf]

big night for him. Will be harder to get starts when Falcao is fully fit.

 

[FromTheBench]

His chance to outperform Van Persie really.

 

[Sammyjunn]

Hope he does well and scores a goal, lost our identity havent we ?

 

[Mark_GrumpyLion]

Yes Wilson!

 

[Stobzilla]

Huge chance for him tonight. Hopefully can get RVP going with a bit of friendly competition as well.

 

[Getsme]

As I said.....

Id be more concerned with Rooney missing than Wilson playing.

 

[Rozay]

The midfield that played on Saturday needs a striker like him, as there was no penetrators in it, or runners ahead of it.

Now there is someone for them to hit with quick movement. Wish him the best tonight. Will probably come off injured after 8 minutes knowing us (and knowing Stoke for that matter! ).

 

[Sam]

Really excited to see this lad again, apparently LVG said he had planned for Wilson to play a role on Satruday but couldn't because of illness.

 

[Pogue Mahone]

As I said.....

Called it, to be fair. Well done.

 

[Cheesy]

Big chance for him. A cold, Tuesday night against Stoke and that...

 

[Pexbo]

Big night for him, I have a feeling he's going to be electric.

 

[Ekeke]

Obviously RVP is a rival for a starting spot, but I think RVP leading the line will help Wilson a lot. He can go and get involved while RVP continues his disciplined role of being on the shoulder of the last defender and stretching the opposing team and also holding up the ball to bring others into play.

If Wilson was asked to do that role himself against veteran CBs I expect he'd be less effective

 

[Sied]

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This only further shows LVG's confidence in Wilson. Big night for the lad. Good luck

 

[Nathan]

Looking forward to seeing Wilson in action tonight, hope he plays well & scores a cracker

 

[Anderson18]

The reason why I think selling Welbeck was the right choice. We knew that Welbeck was never going to be more than a squad player for a top club, but I think Wilson could develop into something special, or atleast on the level that Welbeck is right now.

Always exciting to see a highly touted youngster starting.

 

[caisenma]

Really excited for him, I hope he delivers.

 

[ivaldo]

Do you guys think that if Fergie was in the same position as LVG right now, Wilson would be given a go like this?

 

[Shark]

Do you guys think that if Fergie was in the same position as LVG right now, Wilson would be given a go like this?

If Falcao wasn't fit, then he definitely would have. Who else is there?

 

[FromTheBench]

Do you guys think that if Fergie was in the same position as LVG right now, Wilson would be given a go like this?

Yeah. Who else is there ?

Tho possibly playing wide.

 

[sizzling sausages]

Is this only his second start for the club?

 

[ivaldo]

Yeah. Who else is there ?

Tho possibly playing wide.

If Falcao wasn't fit, then he definitely would have. Who else is there?

4-4-1-1 with mata in behind?

 

[.Rossi]

I rate him and all, hope he goes on to be a success here etc etc

However, am I the only person who thinks he's got a face you'd love to slap?

 

[LonelyFire]

Id be more concerned with Rooney missing than Wilson playing.

I'm sure we will hear after game. Likely to be short term

 

[FromTheBench]

4-4-1-1 with mata in behind?

Who plays out wide in that ?

 

[Pexbo]

"He's got the best standing jump I've ever seen"

 

[Getsme]

I'm sure we will hear after game. Likely to be short term

Here's hoping

 

[ivaldo]

Who plays out wide in that ?

Point.

 

[sizzling sausages]

Who plays out wide in that ?

Januzaj and Valenica/Young, with Smalling/Rojo moved to FB, Carrick moved to CB and Flecther brought in.

 

[Jev]

Not really grabbing the chance yet unfortunately. Hope we'll see Falcao early in the second half.

 

[Pogue Mahone]

Looking very lightweight out there so far. A boy against men.

 

[Raoul]

Not really grabbing the chance yet unfortunately. Hope we'll see Falcao early in the second half.

I'm sure that's the plan. Wilson is getting minutes because Falcao isn't 100% match fit yet. Today should be the last time we see Wilson for a while.

 

[FromTheBench]

He's pressed well and tracked back both wings well.

Also should have had a penalty.

The strikers aren't getting much service tho and RVP refuses to link with anyone these days.

 

[Blackwidow]

Looking very lightweight out there so far. A boy against men.

That is not the problem. (against the EPL defenders sneakiness and smartness is more successful than body is... - he does not look like he will have that body in the future so he has to develop other abilities...) But he looks lost as he seems to be eager but his positioning is not that great and a bit clueless - atleast in this minutes of the match that I have seen.

He tries to press - but it is somehow not coordinated.

 

[FromTheBench]

That is not the problem. But he looks lost as he seems to be eager but his positioning is not that great and a bit clueless - atleast in this minutes of the match that I have seen.

He tries to press - but it is somehow not coordinated.

Herrera and him have pressed well as a combination few times. RVP doesn't that much tho. He is covering for Fellaini and Mata when they go forward as well so gets bit deep at times.

Problem is in this formation you need both strikers linking up but RVP is a total solo act these days. The other guy has to just spoonfeed him.

 

[Pogue Mahone]

Heh. Don't think him and Robin will be best buddies tonight.