messi11 Posted June 30, 2022 Share Posted June 30, 2022 He did well at Swindon. Still an exciting talent and one for the future. and IF he don't make it at Villa he definitely have a good career and make good money if he stays injury free. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MWARLEY2 Posted June 30, 2022 Share Posted June 30, 2022 Just turned 19. Not alot of chances at the highest level for a young non physically imposing striker. But he is quality . With the right loan moves and right physical conditioning he has every chance of becoming a really good player. Its up to him though as well mentally. Must be hard to not be tearing it up like he used to and not getting a look in at youth age in the England set up. Imagine having Bara and PSG fighting over you and then things stagnating 3 years later. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tommo_b Posted June 30, 2022 Share Posted June 30, 2022 19 minutes ago, MWARLEY2 said: Just turned 19. Not alot of chances at the highest level for a young non physically imposing striker. But he is quality . With the right loan moves and right physical conditioning he has every chance of becoming a really good player. Its up to him though as well mentally. Must be hard to not be tearing it up like he used to and not getting a look in at youth age in the England set up. Imagine having Bara and PSG fighting over you and then things stagnating 3 years later. He’s 19 now? Blimey those last few years went quick. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
foreveryoung Posted June 30, 2022 Share Posted June 30, 2022 18 minutes ago, MWARLEY2 said: Just turned 19. Not alot of chances at the highest level for a young non physically imposing striker. But he is quality . With the right loan moves and right physical conditioning he has every chance of becoming a really good player. Its up to him though as well mentally. Must be hard to not be tearing it up like he used to and not getting a look in at youth age in the England set up. Imagine having Bara and PSG fighting over you and then things stagnating 3 years later. You ain't seen him lately, he's had a cardio trainer, he's big lad now! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kuwabatake Sanjuro Posted June 30, 2022 Share Posted June 30, 2022 Would like to see him go to MK Dons next season, they were good with KKH last season and play the right brand of football to suit him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MWARLEY2 Posted June 30, 2022 Share Posted June 30, 2022 2 hours ago, foreveryoung said: You ain't seen him lately, he's had a cardio trainer, he's big lad now! Good to hear ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
a m ole Posted June 30, 2022 Share Posted June 30, 2022 Through looking up what Louie is doing I just had the misfortune of stumbling upon Harry McKirdy’s instagram. Imagine a modern day, less likable Jimmy Bullard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomav84 Posted July 8, 2022 VT Supporter Share Posted July 8, 2022 sounds like he's bulked up a bit. hopefully another loan at a higher level this season Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CarryOnVilla Posted July 8, 2022 Share Posted July 8, 2022 1 minute ago, tomav84 said: sounds like he's bulked up a bit. hopefully another loan at a higher level this season How are these kids bulking up so quick. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MWARLEY2 Posted July 8, 2022 Share Posted July 8, 2022 On 30/06/2022 at 23:35, a m ole said: Through looking up what Louie is doing I just had the misfortune of stumbling upon Harry McKirdy’s instagram. Imagine a modern day, less likable Jimmy Bullard. I think hes ace. Bit of a one off. Stupid hair, but a really good goal scorer last season at Swindon.. he plays the pantomime villain perfectly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tommo_b Posted July 8, 2022 Share Posted July 8, 2022 49 minutes ago, CarryOnVilla said: How are these kids bulking up so quick. Raw Livers, the Liver King made it attainable for all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CarryOnVilla Posted July 8, 2022 Share Posted July 8, 2022 1 minute ago, Tommo_b said: Raw Livers, the Liver King made it attainable for all. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alreadyexists Posted July 10, 2022 VT Supporter Share Posted July 10, 2022 (edited) I know he’s bulked up a bit, but the fact he has been smaller than average and still stood out as a talented player is a very good thing in my opinion. You get some players like Micah Richards, who excel at a young age because of their physical size or height… they’re the players I’d be less confident in because as they get older and start playing against other physically large/better opposition their advantages wane. If Barry is smaller than average and still excels in his age groups, and he did well last year on loan, then I think that’s a great sign. Edited July 10, 2022 by alreadyexists 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lichfield Dean Posted July 10, 2022 VT Supporter Share Posted July 10, 2022 1 hour ago, alreadyexists said: I know he’s bulked up a bit, but the fact he has been smaller than average and still stood out as a talented player is a very good thing in my opinion. You get some players like Micah Richards, who excel at a young age because of their physical size or height… they’re the players I’d be less confident in because as they get older and start playing against other physically large/better opposition their advantages wane. If Barry is smaller than average and still excels in his age groups, and he did well last year on loan, then I think that’s a great sign. I still have the highest of hopes for him. I've always been hugely impressed whenever I've seen him and I never thought his physical build was a hindrance to him at all - his agility and ability to change direction without losing his balance made up for any lack in size as far as I could tell. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Delphinho123 Posted July 10, 2022 Share Posted July 10, 2022 1 hour ago, Lichfield Dean said: I still have the highest of hopes for him. I've always been hugely impressed whenever I've seen him and I never thought his physical build was a hindrance to him at all - his agility and ability to change direction without losing his balance made up for any lack in size as far as I could tell. Strange. I’ve not been that impressed with him tbh. Don’t think he will make it as a PL footballer. Will still have a good career though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lichfield Dean Posted July 10, 2022 VT Supporter Share Posted July 10, 2022 35 minutes ago, Delphinho123 said: Strange. I’ve not been that impressed with him tbh. Don’t think he will make it as a PL footballer. Will still have a good career though. Well, will be interesting to see how he progresses! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Posted July 10, 2022 Share Posted July 10, 2022 (edited) I'm hoping that we have really got a top young player on our hands and as has been said, he's bulking up a bit: much like another young player did some years ago (it happens with top young players)...: Edited July 10, 2022 by John 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CVByrne Posted July 10, 2022 Share Posted July 10, 2022 2 hours ago, Delphinho123 said: Strange. I’ve not been that impressed with him tbh. Don’t think he will make it as a PL footballer. Will still have a good career though. Were you impressed with Cameron Archer 18 months ago when he was in his 2nd month with Solihull Moors? Because he was the exact same age back then as Barry is now. I bet you were like most of us and didn't know who Cameron Archer was. Let's give our young players a chance to develop in their own time before judging them success or failure. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_Steve Posted July 10, 2022 Share Posted July 10, 2022 Barry will be a big name in a few years - he’s got some experience and bulked up - can’t get over how good his goal was against Liverpool. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Delphinho123 Posted July 10, 2022 Share Posted July 10, 2022 20 minutes ago, CVByrne said: Were you impressed with Cameron Archer 18 months ago when he was in his 2nd month with Solihull Moors? Because he was the exact same age back then as Barry is now. I bet you were like most of us and didn't know who Cameron Archer was. Let's give our young players a chance to develop in their own time before judging them success or failure. You’re right. I shouldn’t express my opinion or speculate on a message board. He’s going to be fantastic. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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