MikeO Posted June 27, 2021 Report Share Posted June 27, 2021 12 minutes ago, London Blue said: He was our most creative player, an area we seriously lack quality players in. If he wanted to stay and play I would love him to as he is genuinely world class. I just think that he came to work with Carlo and the promise of European football this season. With neither now happening I don't think he wants to be here, so best for him to go and us to find other players. Can't argue with that, summed up nicely. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevO Posted June 27, 2021 Report Share Posted June 27, 2021 42 minutes ago, London Blue said: He was our most creative player, an area we seriously lack quality players in. If he wanted to stay and play I would love him to as he is genuinely world class. I just think that he came to work with Carlo and the promise of European football this season. With neither now happening I don't think he wants to be here, so best for him to go and us to find other players. I don’t agree with that. If he wants to be somewhere else then no point in keeping him. His best days are also behind him, so I’m not sure there will be too many teams wanting to take the chance. I’ll be gutted to see him go, but if he does I’ll understand. Even more as he has apparently got previous issues with Rafa. But haven’t we all. c1982 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RuffRob Posted June 30, 2021 Report Share Posted June 30, 2021 Even before Benitez has been announced it sounds very much like he will be off. I really don't see him as a Benitez type player. Do you think we would get much of a fee for James when he goes? I have read £10M in places - realistic? Reading up his contracted salary is around £140k a week (but wage cut to £90K due to COVID and in line with rest of squad COVID % wage cut - apparently). James's wages would cover at least two very decent young prospects, a la Matheus Nunes I also wonder how much compensation we might be looking to get for Ancelotti's runner to Madrid - £10M? that would seem fair to me - payback the wages we essentially wasted last year on him!!!. I imagine Benitez wages would be at least half of what we had been paying Ancelotti. The saving on managers wages would cover two more players. I am beginning to think we may have actually dodged a bullet in Ancelloti going, and perhaps James along with him. This substantial amount of money might actually go to better use this coming season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevO Posted June 30, 2021 Report Share Posted June 30, 2021 I hope Rafa can get on the phone and work out how to have James in the team as often as possible this season. I want to see good players in an Everton shirt, he’s a good player. London Blue and pete0 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pete0 Posted June 30, 2021 Report Share Posted June 30, 2021 After missing out on watching James under Ancelotti it would be a pisstake to come to Rafa and no James. Like winning the lottery but by the time you find your ticket it's expired. Be an absolute shame for the fans not get to watch his brilliance in the flesh StevO, Btay, Romey 1878 and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Romey 1878 Posted June 30, 2021 Report Share Posted June 30, 2021 1 hour ago, StevO said: I hope Rafa can get on the phone and work out how to have James in the team as often as possible this season. I want to see good players in an Everton shirt, he’s a good player. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevO Posted June 30, 2021 Report Share Posted June 30, 2021 10 minutes ago, Romey 1878 said: What? He is a really good player. I want to see good players! Or do you mean because James hates Rafa more than me and you? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Romey 1878 Posted June 30, 2021 Report Share Posted June 30, 2021 5 minutes ago, StevO said: What? He is a really good player. I want to see good players! Or do you mean because James hates Rafa more than me and you? Definitely the latter . StevO 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wall Writer Posted June 30, 2021 Report Share Posted June 30, 2021 I'd rather have James fit for half the matches than bring in someone like Deli fucking Alli Matt 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Romey 1878 Posted July 5, 2021 Report Share Posted July 5, 2021 Well he's back at Finch Farm today for pre-season training. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeO Posted July 5, 2021 Report Share Posted July 5, 2021 23 minutes ago, Romey 1878 said: Well he's back at Finch Farm today for pre-season training. StevO and pete0 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Romey 1878 Posted July 5, 2021 Report Share Posted July 5, 2021 42 minutes ago, MikeO said: I'm so disinterested atm that I couldn't be arsed putting the evidence up . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted July 5, 2021 Report Share Posted July 5, 2021 Just now, Romey 1878 said: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Sibdane Posted July 5, 2021 Popular Post Report Share Posted July 5, 2021 I’ve been feeling like I wouldn’t be too bummed if he went, but man would I love it if he came back and gave his all. London Blue, Bailey, MikeO and 2 others 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duncanmckenzieismagic Posted July 5, 2021 Report Share Posted July 5, 2021 https://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/everton-james-rodriguez-training-gesture-20970992 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RuffRob Posted July 5, 2021 Report Share Posted July 5, 2021 40 minutes ago, Sibdane said: I’ve been feeling like I wouldn’t be too bummed if he went, but man would I love it if he came back and gave his all. It is good to see him back and I think I feel exactly the same - When he was on form last year, he was on another level. But I don't just see him suited to living in the North West of England. Maybe it will be a bit different this season with being allowed out and about and playing in front of a stadium of fans chanting your name. If he stays and plays like we know he can - great. If he moves on and we get a few quid in for him then I will not worry to much either as he is toward the end of his career. We do however need to be bringing in a creative player in his place if he does go this summer. I also wonder if being dump on by the Columbia National team may influence his focus on his club team. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevO Posted July 5, 2021 Report Share Posted July 5, 2021 9 hours ago, RuffRob said: I also wonder if being dump on by the Columbia National team may influence his focus on his club team. This is what I’m hoping. Prove them wrong by showing he can be brilliant in the Premier League. pete0 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Romey 1878 Posted July 17, 2021 Report Share Posted July 17, 2021 He didn’t look too unhappy when he was down Formby beach and posing for pictures with fans. StevO 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FairWooney Posted July 18, 2021 Report Share Posted July 18, 2021 He seems like a happy, joker of a guy who is generally laughing and smiling, unlike say Richarlison. the fact he has a smile on his face at training or on the beach doesn’t really say anything to me about his desire to play for Everton. Kean on the other hand doesn’t look too happy but maybe he also carries Richarlison’s resting bitch face! StevO 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post StevO Posted July 18, 2021 Popular Post Report Share Posted July 18, 2021 13 hours ago, Romey 1878 said: He didn’t look too unhappy when he was down Formby beach and posing for pictures with fans. I may be clinging to a bit of hope here, but maybe he’s enjoying it here. He’s not got the massive pressure of playing for Real, Bayern or Colombia. He’s not got the tag of being the managers favourite. He seems to be quite chatty to a lot of the other players on the training videos. I’m hoping the lack of pressure gives him a bit of a feeling of freedom to enjoy his football. Let’s be honest, if a fit and performing James is playing in front of a full Goodison Park crowd he will be absolutely adored. I just hope that gives him a bit of a lift. Sibdane, London Blue, Bailey and 2 others 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevO Posted July 18, 2021 Report Share Posted July 18, 2021 3 hours ago, FairWooney said: He seems like a happy, joker of a guy who is generally laughing and smiling, unlike say Richarlison. the fact he has a smile on his face at training or on the beach doesn’t really say anything to me about his desire to play for Everton. Kean on the other hand doesn’t look too happy but maybe he also carries Richarlison’s resting bitch face! Though I agree about Richarlison’s bitch face on the pitch, that’s not what he’s like off the pitch. Check out the Brazil All Or Nothing on Prime. He’s the life and soul of the party when he’s in training and around the other players. nyblue23 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Elston Gunnn Posted July 18, 2021 Popular Post Report Share Posted July 18, 2021 On 18/07/2021 at 08:02, StevO said: I may be clinging to a bit of hope here.... Let’s be honest, if a fit and performing James is playing in front of a full Goodison Park crowd he will be absolutely adored. I hope Benitez installs James as our 10. Even when nominally the RW, he wants to move inside to use his superb left foot. Playing him as RW seriously weakens our defense on the right side. He’s neither physically nor tactically inclined to defend much at all. He’ll amble back to cover some space when the opponent has a corner, but otherwise he’s mentally and physically lethargic on defense. Need an Iwobi miracle or an energetic RW from the transfer market. James is an offensive savant and a defensive pillock. Adore him for what he can do, brilliantly. Accept, and curse him sotto voce, for what he can’t or won’t do. Matt, dunlopp9987, London Blue and 2 others 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeO Posted July 18, 2021 Report Share Posted July 18, 2021 8 hours ago, Elston Gunnn said: I hope Benitez installs James as our 10. Even when nominally the RW, he wants to move inside to use his superb left foot. Playing him as RW seriously weakens our defense on the right side. He’s neither physically nor tactically inclined to defend much at all. He’ll amble back to cover some space when the opponent has a corner, but otherwise he’s mentally and physically lethargic on defense. Need an Iwobi miracle or an energetic RW from the transfer market. James is an offensive savant and a defensive pillock. Adore him for what he can do, brilliantly. Accept, and curse him soto voce, for what he can’t or won’t do. Great post in the main but an Iwobi miracle? More chance of me turning water into wine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elston Gunnn Posted July 19, 2021 Report Share Posted July 19, 2021 15 hours ago, MikeO said: Great post in the main but an Iwobi miracle? More chance of me turning water into wine. Ha, no I don’t expect an Iwobi miracle. But I definitely hope James is not our RW. Need some pacey winger in the transfer market. If we do not secure a new, real RW this summer, and if the squad is mostly unchanged, I’d prefer a 3-4-1-2 with Digne and Coleman as wingbacks, 2 strikers, with James as controlling 10. Still time, as the transfer window runs through August, but things seem especially unsettled, as we need to sell several players, add a couple, and cope with Richarlison’s late arrival. Whatever the several squad issues, my view is that James can be an effective 10, but that’s the only position he can play effectively. (Unless he was never healthy or in shape last season, and that’s the single reason he was useless defensively.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markjazzbassist Posted July 19, 2021 Report Share Posted July 19, 2021 1 hour ago, Elston Gunnn said: Ha, no I don’t expect an Iwobi miracle. But I definitely hope James is not our RW. Need some pacey winger in the transfer market. If we do not secure a new, real RW this summer, and if the squad is mostly unchanged, I’d prefer a 3-4-1-2 with Digne and Coleman as wingbacks, 2 strikers, with James as controlling 10. Still time, as the transfer window runs through August, but things seem especially unsettled, as we need to sell several players, add a couple, and cope with Richarlison’s late arrival. Whatever the several squad issues, my view is that James can be an effective 10, but that’s the only position he can play effectively. (Unless he was never healthy or in shape last season, and that’s the single reason he was useless defensively.) rafa has used the 4231 everywhere he's gone, i read some tactical articles, he's used a 433 a little, and 343 a little at newcastle, but 4231 is his preferred. i would expect to see james in the 10 role behind DCL, with 2 wingers beside him. 2 wingers are the position battles i will be watching this summer and early season, i think that is where there will be the most competition and opportunity. i'm seeing it like this: Pickford New RB Keane Godfrey Digne Allan doucoure Winger James Winger DCL should be interesting to what happens with gomes/davies/gbamin/delph/gylfi. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elston Gunnn Posted July 19, 2021 Report Share Posted July 19, 2021 23 minutes ago, markjazzbassist said: should be interesting to see who wins out of gomes/davies/gbamin/delph/gylfi for that DM spot next to allan. Doucouré? Matt, StevO and markjazzbassist 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevO Posted July 19, 2021 Report Share Posted July 19, 2021 1 hour ago, Elston Gunnn said: Ha, no I don’t expect an Iwobi miracle. But I definitely hope James is not our RW. Need some pacey winger in the transfer market. If we do not secure a new, real RW this summer, and if the squad is mostly unchanged, I’d prefer a 3-4-1-2 with Digne and Coleman as wingbacks, 2 strikers, with James as controlling 10. Still time, as the transfer window runs through August, but things seem especially unsettled, as we need to sell several players, add a couple, and cope with Richarlison’s late arrival. Whatever the several squad issues, my view is that James can be an effective 10, but that’s the only position he can play effectively. (Unless he was never healthy or in shape last season, and that’s the single reason he was useless defensively.) Though I agree with most of what you say, there were many occasions last season (when we were on form granted) that James was very useful on the right. But it only worked when we had both Doucoure and Coleman. He needs legs around him. When he plays on the right he creates a lot of space in the middle for himself to drift into and cause problems. But those runners are needed to cover him. If he stays there are games that playing on the right will suit him and create chances for us. But that should be judged by what players we have available and who we are playing against. If James’ defensive qualities are a concern then we aren’t making the most of his talents. Personally couldn’t care less about him defensively, I want him winning the game for us at the top of the pitch. Elston Gunnn 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markjazzbassist Posted July 19, 2021 Report Share Posted July 19, 2021 49 minutes ago, Elston Gunnn said: Doucouré? wow how did i forget him lol. let me update my post then. StevO 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevO Posted July 19, 2021 Report Share Posted July 19, 2021 50 minutes ago, Elston Gunnn said: Doucouré? I was thinking the same. Not sure how you can forget about him @markjazzbassist markjazzbassist 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markjazzbassist Posted July 19, 2021 Report Share Posted July 19, 2021 18 minutes ago, StevO said: I was thinking the same. Not sure how you can forget about him @markjazzbassist It was a massive miss, unforgivable, I’ll ban myself Palfy and StevO 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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