Theres been quite a few outstanding players for us this season, in different areas of the pitch. But which do you guys think has been our best performer?
Personally I would pick a defender, as our transition to three at the back has been remarkable. Cahill has been great this season, despite the odd mistakes, however Azpi and Luiz for me have been rock solid. Azpi is almost covering two positions as a RB/CB at times, and Luiz is really commanding and leading the back line brilliantly.
For me though, I would have to say Luiz overall wins it so far. Brilliant decision to bring him back, and has really matured into a world class CB. Kante, Costa and Pedro are others who have impressed me a lot this season with their work ethic and attitude.
Towards the end of the season I would like to see a little more from Hazard, who has faded. Also would be nice to see Fabregas get more games, as he really livens the team up.
Player of the year so far?
posted on 1/2/17
Azpi as well.
posted on 1/2/17
comment by The Droog (U17596)
posted 15 minutes ago
You wouldn't have Hazard among them Biggish? He's been a little quiet last few games but was flying for quite a prolonged period when he couldn't stop scoring.and was at the centre of everything.
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feel he has gone off the radar the last 5 or so weeks
posted on 1/2/17
comment by The Droog (U17596)
posted 49 minutes ago
comment by The Blue Texan (U11585)
posted 2 minutes ago
I am still not convinced with Kante. Lots of energy but terrible when pressed or with ball to his feet.
Luiz top my lost so far followed closely by Apzi
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You serious?! The guy's a wrecking ball.
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Exactly, that's what he is. We can't dominate possession with him in the midfield
posted on 1/2/17
I think its worth considering that with all the high intensity Kante brings, he also brings some erratic passing.
Excellent player for particular games, but theres been a fair few games this year where he has been poor. Although, I would still rate him ahead of Matic and Fabregas in this current system. Each of our CM seem to come with weaknesses but strengths, so it might be useful to change our formation to a three in midfield.
posted on 1/2/17
comment by The Blue Texan (U11585)
posted 25 minutes ago
comment by The Droog (U17596)
posted 49 minutes ago
comment by The Blue Texan (U11585)
posted 2 minutes ago
I am still not convinced with Kante. Lots of energy but terrible when pressed or with ball to his feet.
Luiz top my lost so far followed closely by Apzi
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You serious?! The guy's a wrecking ball.
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Exactly, that's what he is. We can't dominate possession with him in the midfield
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We don't need to dominate possession, we need to score more goals than the opposition.
posted on 2/2/17
Top 5:
1 - Costa
2 - Luiz
3 - Azpi
4 - Hazard
5 - Pedro
posted on 2/2/17
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posted on 2/2/17
comment by The Blue Texan (U11585)
posted 10 hours, 30 minutes ago
comment by The Droog (U17596)
posted 49 minutes ago
comment by The Blue Texan (U11585)
posted 2 minutes ago
I am still not convinced with Kante. Lots of energy but terrible when pressed or with ball to his feet.
Luiz top my lost so far followed closely by Apzi
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You serious?! The guy's a wrecking ball.
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Exactly, that's what he is. We can't dominate possession with him in the midfield
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Ermm yes of course we can, because he keeps winning it back from the oppposition....which is the whole point.
posted on 2/2/17
comment by SWTN Biggish (U7916)
posted 15 hours, 7 minutes ago
comment by The Blue Texan (U11585)
posted 10 hours, 30 minutes ago
comment by The Droog (U17596)
posted 49 minutes ago
comment by The Blue Texan (U11585)
posted 2 minutes ago
I am still not convinced with Kante. Lots of energy but terrible when pressed or with ball to his feet.
Luiz top my lost so far followed closely by Apzi
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You serious?! The guy's a wrecking ball.
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Exactly, that's what he is. We can't dominate possession with him in the midfield
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Ermm yes of course we can, because he keeps winning it back from the oppposition....which is the whole point.
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You're both right really. Kante has been absolutely magnificent this year - but it's also true that he has his limitations. That he still has room for improvement to his game fills me with confidence for the future. Perhaps that is why Conte is still looking for the ideal counter-weight to play alongside Kante. Someone with the combative qualities of Matic, but also the passing skills of Fabregas. Not easy to find.
posted on 2/2/17
Alli