OxfordVillan Posted December 21, 2020 Share Posted December 21, 2020 I think he’s improving his fitness, as well as his general game is improving with experience. It can be no bad thing to have your captain in such good physical shape leading by example. Say what you will about Grealish off field exploits, but in the last 2-3yrs he’s nailed his fitness regime. And that’s what has taken him to the levels we are seeing. All the Villa players are looking better now......though McGinn seems like he’ll always be the same shape! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest av1 Posted December 21, 2020 Share Posted December 21, 2020 I've always liked the kid, he's a very footballer. My only criticism has been (a bit like Elmo) that he doesn't get stuck in enough, but this season he really seems to improved that part of his game aswell. We clearly need a LB because Taylor is pants. Whoever it is is going to have to be some player to take Targetts spot though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cizzler Posted December 21, 2020 Share Posted December 21, 2020 (edited) 2 hours ago, av1 said: I've always liked the kid, he's a very footballer. My only criticism has been (a bit like Elmo) that he doesn't get stuck in enough, but this season he really seems to improved that part of his game aswell. We clearly need a LB because Taylor is pants. Whoever it is is going to have to be some player to take Targetts spot though. Agreed. One thing I've noticed this season is he's really started winning those 50/50 headers from cross-field balls and not avoiding challenges where he could get hurt. He has always been sound technically - but I did think he was a little soft at times last year. I really think he's stepped up both physically and mentally. And although we've not really seen last two games, I think his link-up on the left with Grealish is key to our attacking play - they have a great understanding. Edited December 21, 2020 by Cizzler Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spoony Posted December 22, 2020 Share Posted December 22, 2020 I’ve said it before but I think the total lack of discussion in this thread says more about how well he’s doing. Seemingly gone are the days we are constantly bemoaning our left back. Seriously an underrated part of how much we have improved. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lexicon Posted December 22, 2020 Share Posted December 22, 2020 35 minutes ago, Spoony said: I’ve said it before but I think the total lack of discussion in this thread says more about how well he’s doing. Seemingly gone are the days we are constantly bemoaning our left back. Seriously an underrated part of how much we have improved. For sure - I think it was breaking through a bit of a mental barrier with the physical stuff, though he has definitely bulked up a bit too. Either way, he's a much more complete player and definitely an asset to the side. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MotoMkali Posted December 22, 2020 Share Posted December 22, 2020 Jack made a comment about targett not going to the gym and the last few games I've really noticed an uptick in his physicality especially when putting in challenges. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JAMAICAN-VILLAN Posted December 22, 2020 Share Posted December 22, 2020 1 hour ago, MotoMkali said: Jack made a comment about targett not going to the gym and the last few games I've really noticed an uptick in his physicality especially when putting in challenges. Agreed, I noticed most last game, alot more aggressive and fearless, this has always been his weakness IMO. Dont think his footballing ability has ever been in doubt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Delphinho123 Posted December 22, 2020 Share Posted December 22, 2020 Slowly morphing into a player that could be our left back for the next 5 years. Agree with the fitness/physicality comments. He just looks better and hungrier. Dare I say 14m is a snip? Take a look at what the Newcastle fans are saying about Jamal Lewis this evening.. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Risso Posted December 22, 2020 Share Posted December 22, 2020 The defensive side of his game is now catching up with his attacking ability, and he looks much the better player for it. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dont_do_it_doug. Posted December 24, 2020 Share Posted December 24, 2020 On 20/12/2020 at 22:25, vreitti said: I must be blind, but I'm not seeing the vast improvement everyone keeps banging about. I'm not saying he's terrible, but I just see a lot of deficiencies in his game. Can you tell me what you think they are, currently? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Villarocker Posted December 24, 2020 Share Posted December 24, 2020 I have always liked Targett and think he's definitely improved this season. We all need to remember that his flank is the one that Grealish has mainly played down in the last year and when Jack goes looking for the ball Targett has been largely alone to deal with attacks down his side. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QldVilla Posted December 24, 2020 VT Supporter Share Posted December 24, 2020 You have to give credit to Smith and the player. I took note in an interview with Smith on Targett that he thought he had the potential to play for England. I don’t think Targett probably believed that deep down, but Smith has got him believing and his game has gone to another level this season. He’s no Bouma yet, but have no problem with him as our number 1 left back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dodgyknees Posted December 25, 2020 Share Posted December 25, 2020 He has blossomed into a really good left back and his confidence has grown significantly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaVilla Posted December 25, 2020 Share Posted December 25, 2020 When was the last time we had good fullbacks on both sides?, targett and cash. Happy days. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ozvillafan Posted December 25, 2020 VT Supporter Share Posted December 25, 2020 18 minutes ago, MaVilla said: When was the last time we had good fullbacks on both sides?, targett and cash. Happy days. Targett and Cash? Wasn't that some half-baked hollywood action movie from the 80's? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaVilla Posted December 25, 2020 Share Posted December 25, 2020 1 hour ago, ozvillafan said: Targett and Cash? Wasn't that some half-baked hollywood action movie from the 80's? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rodders0223 Posted December 26, 2020 Share Posted December 26, 2020 Mr. Consistent. Oh my God that's England cap music 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AV82 Posted December 26, 2020 Share Posted December 26, 2020 Deserves an England call-up if he keeps this up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KenjiOgiwara Posted December 26, 2020 Share Posted December 26, 2020 He's been remarkably solid Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steero113 Posted December 26, 2020 Share Posted December 26, 2020 Monumental performance today, literally nothing got past him and didn't miss a pass. Quality. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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