Christian Pulisic

[LexingtonSpurs]

Plays a bit like Son on that evidence. Probably not as polished.

Less Son, who really likes to shoot, and more Moura, who really likes to pass.

Pulisic can score, but he is more of a 10 than a true goal threat from either wing.

 

[pedrov]

He's capable of playing across the front three. He is right footed and against us in the CL he played on the left. He does tend to play on the right for BVB, i think he only started 8 games on the left. But i reckon if we got him he would play on the left for us, thats just a hunch tho.

It is a little tricky, as he and Moura have similar skill sets (Pulisic being a little more of a playmaker) and both play of the right which does make me think we may not move for him although im sure we are interested. If we are going to sell Lamela or demote him further i would assume it would be for a player such as Malcom rather then Pulisic or Zaha.

This seems about right. I think Pulisic is most often on the right side because he works best with Piszczek (RWB). It seems to be something of a comfort thing for him, which makes sense given how young he is and how flank oriented Dortmund is.

I follow Dortmund about as closely as I do Spurs and I think it would be a bad move for both Tottenham and Pulisic.

For starters, Dortmund (even if Favre comes in) play a much wider game than Tottenham. Spurs don't really have a true Winger. They get their width and crossing from the Wingbacks. But Pulisic is definitely played as a Winger with Dortmund... something like a Trippier on attack but without significant defensive responsibilities. Pulisic does sometimes get to the middle or even switches sides during play, but nothing like the interchangeability of the Spurs mid threesome. They're like having three attacking mids that can all overlap one another as needed and they can advance the ball through the center, something Pulisic isn't asked to do at Dortmund. And frankly, Dortmund doesn't have anything like Dembele or Eriksen to support that approach on attack.

The two comps I've seen in this thread are Moura and Lamela. I'd say Pulisic is more like Lucas than Lamela, but that's only if he matures and reaches his full potential. Right now, Moura is far, far better. He's stronger, much more direct, maybe faster, and he's physical enough to not get pushed off the ball in the EPL. Pulisic may get there one day, but it's at least a few years away.

I have a harder time seeing the Lamela comparison. Pulisic is more creative, better on the ball, and probably a better assist man (more likely to cross or slip pass). Lamela though is far more physical, much better at applying pressure, and probably a better finisher right now. I think Pulisic would really struggle in the high-pressing game Poch seems to prefer (which is probably the main reason Lamela gets more time than Moura).

Given all that, it's pretty clear that moving to Spurs would be bad for Pulisic. If Moura is barely seeing the field, I don't think Pulisic stands a chance to get much playing time. That's bad for his development IMO, and so I'd rather see him stay at Dortmund (or anywhere he can play regularly) for another 1-2 years before moving over to the EPL. He'll get a lot more playing time in Germany and hopefully the next manager will be more willing to give some freedom to exploit the central areas of the pitch.

 

[Mr Pink]

The kid looks extremely talented.

The question we need to ask, is what is Poch like at developing young players? Rhetorical of course.

Personally I think this would be an amazing signing given our managers form for developing younger players.

 

[Snarfalicious]

Being an American, Pulisic is basically the only thing propping the USMNT up at the moment. With that comes huge expectations and general fandom. Bringing him to the PL/Spurs would be a brilliant marketing move as Tottenham continues to gain fans here in the states. Surprising enough, Yedlin actually brought a few of my friends to being Spurs fans (I know, but they stayed fans!). Just the same how Dempsey a few years back.

The good thing about Pulisic is that he's actually talented and would help us. He's very, very versatile; can play on either flank and even has shown the ability to operate centrally. I'd take him over a player like Malcom every single day of the week.

 

[Hotspurious]

Plays a bit like Son on that evidence. Probably not as polished.

Far better technically than Son with the ball at his feet. (Son loses it too much) He's not the shooter that Son is but he's blazing fast and tricky with the ball. Great football IQ and vision. He's not the out and out winger that Dortmund observers will claim. He often plays a 10 role for the US. He's probably a little faster than Moura but not quite as tricky but the comparison is fair. He probably finishes a little better than Moura which isn't saying that much.

 

[TEESSIDE1]

This seems about right. I think Pulisic is most often on the right side because he works best with Piszczek (RWB). It seems to be something of a comfort thing for him, which makes sense given how young he is and how flank oriented Dortmund is.

I follow Dortmund about as closely as I do Spurs and I think it would be a bad move for both Tottenham and Pulisic.

For starters, Dortmund (even if Favre comes in) play a much wider game than Tottenham. Spurs don't really have a true Winger. They get their width and crossing from the Wingbacks. But Pulisic is definitely played as a Winger with Dortmund... something like a Trippier on attack but without significant defensive responsibilities. Pulisic does sometimes get to the middle or even switches sides during play, but nothing like the interchangeability of the Spurs mid threesome. They're like having three attacking mids that can all overlap one another as needed and they can advance the ball through the center, something Pulisic isn't asked to do at Dortmund. And frankly, Dortmund doesn't have anything like Dembele or Eriksen to support that approach on attack.

The two comps I've seen in this thread are Moura and Lamela. I'd say Pulisic is more like Lucas than Lamela, but that's only if he matures and reaches his full potential. Right now, Moura is far, far better. He's stronger, much more direct, maybe faster, and he's physical enough to not get pushed off the ball in the EPL. Pulisic may get there one day, but it's at least a few years away.

I have a harder time seeing the Lamela comparison. Pulisic is more creative, better on the ball, and probably a better assist man (more likely to cross or slip pass). Lamela though is far more physical, much better at applying pressure, and probably a better finisher right now. I think Pulisic would really struggle in the high-pressing game Poch seems to prefer (which is probably the main reason Lamela gets more time than Moura).

Given all that, it's pretty clear that moving to Spurs would be bad for Pulisic. If Moura is barely seeing the field, I don't think Pulisic stands a chance to get much playing time. That's bad for his development IMO, and so I'd rather see him stay at Dortmund (or anywhere he can play regularly) for another 1-2 years before moving over to the EPL. He'll get a lot more playing time in Germany and hopefully the next manager will be more willing to give some freedom to exploit the central areas of the pitch.

Moura barely played for PSG this season and has lacked match fitness (also confirmed by Poch), he’s also in a new country and has to learn the tactics, culture, language, way of life etc. He was never going to feature much this season. Next season he’ll be fighting the others for a starting spot.

The same would apply to Pulisic in terms of adapting to his new surroundings. We would be mad to not sign him now given he’s got a reportedly affordable release clause. Spend another couple of seasons in Germany, may be sign a new deal and all of a sudden you’re talking £100m plus and no chance of signing him.

We need both players whom can walk into our 1st eleven and talent capable of pushing the starters and/or forcing their way into the team. Talent = Sessegnon and Pulisic.

 

[LexingtonSpurs]

Yeah, I have no doubts that Pulisic could come in and compete for any of the spots behind Kane. He would really be the closest thing we could get to replacing Eriksen on the pitch - and that may be part of the thinking here - a little insurance if Eriksen decided to leave after next season.

 

[dtxspurs]

Yeah, I have no doubts that Pulisic could come in and compete for any of the spots behind Kane. He would really be the closest thing we could get to replacing Eriksen on the pitch - and that may be part of the thinking here - a little insurance if Eriksen decided to leave after next season.

He plays nothing like Eriksen?

 

[LexingtonSpurs]

He plays nothing like Eriksen?

He can play a lot like Eriksen, and has for the the US team - he is more a creator, than a direct attacker.

He would be slightly different than Eriksen - Pulisic can dribble better, but Eriksen has a better long shot. But they both are good at finding teammates - so the role would be the same, even if played slightly differently.

 

[Hotspurious]

He plays nothing like Eriksen?

ummm...he has different attributes than Eriksen. He doesn't shoot anywhere near as well as Eriksen and he will rely on his pace whereas Eriksen knows his limitations in that regard. That said, he has the same sort of vision, IQ and instinct to find others with a pass.

 

[dtxspurs]

He can play a lot like Eriksen, and has for the the US team - he is more a creator, than a direct attacker.

He would be slightly different than Eriksen - Pulisic can dribble better, but Eriksen has a better long shot. But they both are good at finding teammates - so the role would be the same, even if played slightly differently.

I still think he's best on the wing but to each their own. I don't understand it for a win now move or how it really helps the squad at all right now but understand the move for the future.

 

[Hotspurious]

ummm...he has different attributes than Eriksen. He doesn't shoot anywhere near as well as Eriksen and he will rely on his pace whereas Eriksen knows his limitations in that regard. That said, he has the same sort of vision, IQ and instinct to find others with a pass.

Whoops, didn't see Lex's reply. So basically what he said. Americans see more of him with the national team which is often a different role than with Dortmund.

 

[Hotspurious]

Think of him this way...what excites me about Moura and Pulisic is that they have something Spurs don't really have, someone who can dribble the ball forward (rather than merely keeping possession like Dembele). Spurs are great at passing but against certain teams that sit back and press deep and cut off passing lanes, we struggle. In such situations, having a guy that can dribble by a defender stretches those sort of defenses out of shape and opens up gaps. That is what I hope Moura becomes and what I think Pulisic can also do. For Moura, the question is whether his silky footwork will lead to something (an incisive pass or shot). For Pulisic, that's not really a question as he is very good at finding a teammate and is willing and able to shoot if given the opportunity.

 

[Snuzzy]

When City signed Sane he was a young potential difference maker with raw talent, athleticism, and excitement about his potential, from one of Germany's non-Bayern good sides. Now he's one of the most feared players in the league.
Now, if I was able to say confidently that Pulisic is the next Sane then he'd be costing beyond what we could afford. But he's one of the players who could be a difference-maker, a player oppositions learn to fear.
At present, Dele Alli finds it too easy to stick in our starting XI, and while I like Lamela, he's not a player who teams think "ah shit what's our plan for ____?"
If we can get Pulisic, we should.

 

[guy]

I will never forget the beginning of the game where they knocked us out of the Europa. His dribbling at tremendous pace with trickery was astounding. He literally scared the shit out of our back 4.

This guy is special

 

[Spursh]

Seven pages

 

[LexingtonSpurs]

Seven pages

93 more to go...

 

[Church]

Before this season the chances of signing Pulisic would be very slim I would have thought.
However after this season, it nearly feels like a perfect storm brewing for us to sign him.
He has had a poor season with the hype surrounding him, Dortmund have been poor with a raft of coaching changes. This tied in with herc’s previous itk, plus the commercial benefit, gives me a gut feeling that there is a chance.

I also could be completely wrong as well

 

[THFCSPURS19]

I don't get how stories from reputable sources are often instantly dismissed but this thread has reached 7 pages based on a report from a website that's clearly complete trash.

 

[dtxspurs]

Think of him this way...what excites me about Moura and Pulisic is that they have something Spurs don't really have, someone who can dribble the ball forward (rather than merely keeping possession like Dembele). Spurs are great at passing but against certain teams that sit back and press deep and cut off passing lanes, we struggle. In such situations, having a guy that can dribble by a defender stretches those sort of defenses out of shape and opens up gaps. That is what I hope Moura becomes and what I think Pulisic can also do. For Moura, the question is whether his silky footwork will lead to something (an incisive pass or shot). For Pulisic, that's not really a question as he is very good at finding a teammate and is willing and able to shoot if given the opportunity.

Eh I'd say we're not that great at passing. Eriksen is great at passing, Kane, Dele and Winks have their moments but no one else sticks out (maybe Lamela and Lucas). That's not good.