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Tactically, I’d like to see Bailey come inside his man and get balls deep into the box. what….

Just get this one done please

Hahah! I’m happy with him as a squad player and to his credit, he has looked a better player than I thought he would be but I’ve always wanted Bailey as our starting RW

It’s going to be a joy watching this guy in the premier league but I really wish it was for us.

I wouldn’t be surprised, I remember seeing something about him wanting a fee. He’s a bit of a shit stain is Riola.

Moutinho 2.0 saga

I think it’s as much poor managerial tactics as much as it’s his perceived lack of effort. Remember McGeady when he said he couldn’t believe how every team’s fullbacks were rapid.. the game has evolved that your wide players have to be athletic unless you are going to dominate the ball. James does enough for me to play 10 and to contribute to a defensive shape. He doesn’t have to make a single tackle, intercept or anything all game but if he pushes the play to where we tactically want it or closes down the space, passing lane or man he’s been told to then that’s enough.

I just dont think he can play RW against any half decent team thats going to attack us. If its against a team that will sit back and we have 60/70% possession its not so bad but he isnt going to track his full back. Play him as the 10, he doesnt need to tackle or throw himself about. If we are set up tactically at all we will have plans and traps set and he just needs to influence those by cutting passing lanes or marking a deep lying CM. Allan/Doucoure/Gbamin/Davies are all industries players who can do the hard yards behind him. James can pick the ball up 30 yards out and make something special happen.

Release clause was €15 million a month ago and now they are reporting PSV want £45 million. Media have no idea

Yeah this is it. He was off last year but if we can get him firing how we all know he can he is easily capable of 15-20 goals a year

You make your own luck and we’ve put ourselves in this position with stupid spending.

Just seen some highlights - looks like we are getting to the by line a lot and looking to cut the ball back. I’m pretty happy with what I’m seeing so far. Defensively most our starters are playing and we have conceded 1 goal. Add in a few more of our starting attacking players and it’s looking promising.

Rangers had 21 shots to Madrid’s 5 so they got peppered.

Think that’s his best position for us. Liverpool away point in case - he is on another level for vision/ability when on the ball and we need him on it in those areas as much as possible. Allan & Doucoure behind him ( possible Gbamin ) provide the steel. Pace either side of him in Richy & Townsend.

Every player has their price. I’d just like to see at least 1 season with him at LW and another pacey, goal minded RW (left footed).

Really it’s just James and Gylfi they can strike a ball. Digne use to have a few from distance but hasn’t of late. To his credit though, Townsend seems to have that left curler in his locker, we just need that marauding RB to create space for him.

He will need to adjust to the tempo but I think he will relish the physicality of it.

I only saw snippets of the game but he looked to really drive us forward and spread the ball. Played forward often as well. Good signs from him.

Appreciate the updates mate!

Sorry guys I meant right wing!

Same. He’s looked good in the clips. Almost like the time off injured they haven’t been able to coach the forward passes out of him!

Currently in our squad I’d have townsend starting LW with James central.

I would be very concerned if we payed over the odds for a player based on performances at the olympics.

I haven’t seen anything but I’m not fussed if he stays or goes to be honest. Time is definitely running out for him though.

He is probably the biggest winner from Carlo moving on. Needs to acknowledge he’s gotten a second chance, get his head down and make it happen.