criticalanalysis
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In first half today once he just gave up the chase. I have seen this last season too. Worrying from a CB.
Yes, I noticed this too. Several half hearted 'duels' on the halfway line ended with no pressure, tackle and/or slowing down of the attacker.
The only thing missing from his game really is aggression and a desire to win the ball early. He has all the makings of a modern CB but no fight. Hope that changes this season for everyone’s sake.
In some ways yes but it's a massive fundamental flaw. It's an actual ability he does not possess i.e coordination of physical ability to come across, close space, make an interception, reading of the player and in game situation etc. He's just far too happy to take a step back and hope for cover. So so passive.