Don't know why a player's lack of ability is often blamed on the quality of his team mates. A good player will shine even among the dross, and will shine even brighter alongside good players.
If there is any truth in the Diawara thing, it would certainly explain Xia's excitement.
And what a statement of intent it would be. He actually looks to be exactly what we need.
Not writing him off after 1 game, but he has also previously been given opportunities and not taken them. It is a shame as he did show early promise in the youth ranks, but I think he must be running out of chances.
He is what he is. He looks to be a miserable git with the cares of the world on his shoulders.
But I don't care. I don't need him to be a nice guy. He is not my mate. He plays for the club I love. If he does that to my satisfaction, that is all I really ask.