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16, so won't see him in the first team for at least 2 seasonsHow old is he again?
Really looking forward to his development. The boy has it.
I haven't seen him, save a few youtube videos, but for what it's worth....an international scout on twitter (his tweets are protected) advises that Chong's play reminds him of George Best.Anybody seen this kid enough to hazard a guess as to how good he can be and what sort of player he is?
He must be old if he ever watched George Best.I haven't seen him, save a few youtube videos, but for what it's worth....an international scout on twitter (his tweets are protected) advises that Chong's play reminds him of George Best.
What, like 55-65, must stink of piss that old feckerHe must be old if he ever watched George Best.
A half decent George Best was playing about 45 years ago in an age before Any proper TV coverage. It's fair to assume he's either a decent age. Or just taking rubbish.What, like 55-65, must stink of piss that old fecker
If a 16 year old is 1/4 of the talent a 27 year old George Best had for his last game with us I'd take that mateLooked nowhere near 1/4 George Best last match, was that his debut?
Point was on that performance he was nowhere near 1/4, hence I asked if that was his debut, could have been him just settling in.If a 16 year old is 1/4 of the talent a 27 year old George Best had for his last game with us I'd take that mate
I kinda own what you meant, but you've got to understand you're comparing George best vs a 16 year old with new team mates, new league and language and he's in the youth league. Apples and pears. Let's wait to compare pears and pears for a few yearsPoint was on that performance he was nowhere near 1/4, hence I asked if that was his debut, could have been him just settling in.
Bale, for me.In terms of playing style i dont see the similarities with Best tbh...
There are videos floating about of match highlights but haven't found any individual highlights yet.Any video highlights of his Otten cup performances?
Fast fecker then?Bale, for me.
Very. He's a leftie too.Fast fecker then?
I would prefer if he was reminiscent of Giggs - I think he was much more exciting to watch than Bale; think he was faster too, and much more agile as well as being a better dribbler. But that is a whole different debate. I do prefer the agile, quick dribblers though who can get to the byline and whip in crosses. The inverted wingers are almost a little tedious these days...Very. He's a leftie too.
Giggs, Bale, Best.. This is beyond ridiculous now. I know people are excited about him, but it's going too far. The kid is just 16, in his first coupla weeks at the club and he has these expectations/comparisons already. It's no wonder Butt said the club doesn't like to boast about our players and their potential, they let other clubs (City) do that. Think people should let him play and see how he develops, so much can happen.I would prefer if he was reminiscent of Giggs - I think he was much more exciting to watch than Bale; think he was faster too, and much more agile as well as being a better dribbler. But that is a whole different debate. I do prefer the agile, quick dribblers though who can get to the byline and whip in crosses. The inverted wingers are almost a little tedious these days...
Giggs was more graceful. Bale's far more effective though.I would prefer if he was reminiscent of Giggs - I think he was much more exciting to watch than Bale; think he was faster too, and much more agile as well as being a better dribbler. But that is a whole different debate. I do prefer the agile, quick dribblers though who can get to the byline and whip in crosses. The inverted wingers are almost a little tedious these days...
Theyre comparing playing styles, not ability. Its just a descriptive method of telling someone what type of player they are, not a serious assessment.Giggs, Bale, Best.. This is beyond ridiculous now. I know people are excited about him, but it's going too far. The kid is just 16, in his first coupla weeks at the club and he has these expectations/comparisons already. It's no wonder Butt said the club doesn't like to boast about our players and their potential, they let other clubs (City) do that. Think people should let him play and see how he develops, so much can happen.
Dont think people are comparing talents, just playing style and there is nothing wrong in that.....but its interesting to see all this names and how everybody sees something different, to me he isnt similar to neither of three based on this game against Liverpool and the little i saw in that tournament highlights video.Giggs, Bale, Best.. This is beyond ridiculous now.
That "comparison" or "assessment" more often than not leads to a tag. "He's the next this or that". That's what I mean and with United fans, those tags are thrown about loosely.Theyre comparing playing styles, not ability. Its just a descriptive method of telling someone what type of player they are, not a serious assessment.
Yeah, Powell's the new lampard rather than powell's like lampard, i know. That happens anyway though. You cant legislate for over-inflated expections.That "comparison" or "assessment" more often than not leads to a tag. "He's the next this or that". That's what I mean and with United fans, those tags are thrown about loosely.
Good to hear. There was certainly quite a battle for him anyway over the past 12 months and all the big clubs seemed to be keen.He has played four games in the Otten Cup and started both Academy games this season so far.
Given what I have seen live he has excellent close control, likes to run at people and is always looking for the ball. He looks to have really good balance, very confident and can make a pass too.
I don't see any resemblance to Best or Giggs who were light years ahead of most of their contemporaries so there is no comparison to make.
He looks to be a player and I'm looking forward to seeing him develop. It's early days so you never know...
From what I’ve seen, really well. Seems big and strong for his age, a good dribbler who has an eye for a pass. 1 goal and 5 assists so far in 7 matches. The whole attack of U18 seems a talented bunch; Chong, Boonen, Gomes, Burkart, Buffonge...Can anyone provide an update as to how this kid is getting on?
He had a bit of a slow start in the first few games but has been excellent in the past few games, I saw him playing a few times for Holland and Feyenoord and he always seemed a bit moody and didn't influence the game as much as he could but his work rate seems to have gone up a huge amount since he joined us. His dribbling and balance are pretty exceptional and he's very good at getting away from tackles and making a yard of space to put in crosses. He's been called up to the Netherlands u19s for the Euro qualifiers which start tomorrow even though he's still only 16 so they obviously rate him highly as well. His assist for the 2nd goal at the weekend was brilliantCan anyone provide an update as to how this kid is getting on?
He is and plays nothing like Depay. More of a Giggs type imo, extreme pace, beats defenders and makes assists.Please keep it up and don't become Depay. I'd love for this guy to debut hair videos instead of Pogba
Sounds like Depay when he played for PSV though.He is and plays nothing like Depay. More of a Giggs type imo, extreme pace, beats defenders and makes assists.