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TH1239

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I've warned people several times already, but I'm going to mention it again: he is going to be out of position being played as a right-wing forward in our side. Notice how all three of his goals were with his right foot today. Playing on the right in a very physical and fast league, where defenders don't give you any space, will make him have to use his left foot far more. Yes, he is capable of striking the ball with his left foot, but he is a much better striker of the ball with his right, so in my opinion, we won't get the best out of him unless he's on the left. Of course, there are issues there with what you do with Chadli, but I'd personally like to see a Son/Eriksen/Lamela trio behind Kane at some point this season.

Also, considering the amount of football he's played in the last two years, I don't want to see him anywhere near playing lone striker in cup matches, on top of starting league matches on the wing. Firstly, he's not suited for the role. Secondly, this guy's minutes need to be managed carefully. He's hardly had any break in the last two seasons, with Leverkusen playing him big minutes, plus the World Cup, plus the Asian Cup during the Bundesliga's winter break. We'll need him fresh for the latter part of the season, which is when I expect him to start showing his quality.
 
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Even in a fast paced league, the chance to find space is virtually limitless. It's all down to if you are smart enough to find it
 
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TH1239 said:
I've warned people several times already, but I'm going to mention it again: he is going to be out of position being played as a right-wing forward in our side. Notice how all three of his goals were with his right foot today. Playing on the right in a very physical and fast league, where defenders don't give you any space, will make him have to use his left foot far more. Yes, he is capable of striking the ball with his left foot, but he is a much better striker of the ball with his right, so in my opinion, we won't get the best out of him unless he's on the left. Of course, there are issues there with what you do with Chadli, but I'd personally like to see a Son/Eriksen/Lamela trio behind Kane at some point this season.

Also, considering the amount of football he's played in the last two years, I don't want to see him anywhere near playing lone striker in cup matches, on top of starting league matches on the wing. Firstly, he's not suited for the role. Secondly, this guy's minutes need to be managed carefully. He's hardly had any break in the last two seasons, with Leverkusen playing him big minutes, plus the World Cup, plus the Asian Cup during the Bundesliga's winter break. We'll need him fresh for the latter part of the season, which is when I expect him to start showing his quality.
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Chadli played most games in preseason on the right with oduwa on the left. Poch wants them to interchange.
 
teok

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How long until every one is sick of people saying "nice one son" (or some variation) :D
 
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Lilbaz said:
Chadli played most games in preseason on the right with oduwa on the left. Poch wants them to interchange.
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It's amazing how many times Poch says things that fans don't listen to (y).
 
jurgen

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Excited to see this lad playing for us - I hope Poch can break a few of his rules about how quickly new signings come into the team - even if only initially from the bench.
 
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TH1239 said:
I've warned people several times already, but I'm going to mention it again: he is going to be out of position being played as a right-wing forward in our side. Notice how all three of his goals were with his right foot today. Playing on the right in a very physical and fast league, where defenders don't give you any space, will make him have to use his left foot far more. Yes, he is capable of striking the ball with his left foot, but he is a much better striker of the ball with his right, so in my opinion, we won't get the best out of him unless he's on the left. Of course, there are issues there with what you do with Chadli, but I'd personally like to see a Son/Eriksen/Lamela trio behind Kane at some point this season.

Also, considering the amount of football he's played in the last two years, I don't want to see him anywhere near playing lone striker in cup matches, on top of starting league matches on the wing. Firstly, he's not suited for the role. Secondly, this guy's minutes need to be managed carefully. He's hardly had any break in the last two seasons, with Leverkusen playing him big minutes, plus the World Cup, plus the Asian Cup during the Bundesliga's winter break. We'll need him fresh for the latter part of the season, which is when I expect him to start showing his quality.
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But then when I watch his highlight reels he's scored a lot his goals through the right channel?
 
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