VillaParkAvenue Posted October 25, 2022 Share Posted October 25, 2022 (edited) 2 hours ago, romavillan said: It'll be him, McGinn, Kamara, The Donk and Luiz competing for the two spots in front of the back four. Could conceivably play as the central player of the 3 behind the striker if we want to be compact and keep the ball rather than play an attacking/flair 10. On that basis given injuries and there being 5 subs to use every game if he trains well then he should get a look in under Emery at some point. Last chance saloon though, through no fault of his own either mind, whenever Gerrard played him he looked very good. On merit he should have played instead of McGinn you'd have thought,, a few times at least. In a 4231 Kamara, Luiz and Donk would be the obvious candidates for the double pivot. McGinn (who I still believe can add something if he gets some form back) isn’t good as a holding midfielder and I don’t see Sanson’s strength there either. Edited October 25, 2022 by VillaParkAvenue Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MotoMkali Posted October 25, 2022 Share Posted October 25, 2022 5 minutes ago, VillaParkAvenue said: In a 4231 Kamara, Luiz and Donk would be the obvious candidates for the double pivot. McGinn (who I still believe can add something if he gets some form back) isn’t good as a holding midfielder and I don’t see Sanson’s strength there either. Aside from the fact he started there for a europa league finalist? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
romavillan Posted October 25, 2022 VT Supporter Share Posted October 25, 2022 24 minutes ago, VillaParkAvenue said: In a 4231 Kamara, Luiz and Donk would be the obvious candidates for the double pivot. McGinn (who I still believe can add something if he gets some form back) isn’t good as a holding midfielder and I don’t see Sanson’s strength there either. The pair in front of the back 4 would be one playmaker (Luiz, McGinn, Sanson) and one more ballwinning (Kamara, Donk) I reckon though wouldn't they? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MotoMkali Posted October 25, 2022 Share Posted October 25, 2022 Just now, romavillan said: The pair in front of the back 4 would be one playmaker (Luiz, McGinn, Sanson) and one more ballwinning (Kamara, Donk) I reckon though wouldn't they? Mcginn should not be in the conversation at all 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thunderball Posted October 25, 2022 Share Posted October 25, 2022 (edited) Emery will likely want some key players in his own image so several players will likely leave. Sanson seems more accomplished than most so its a mystery but he looks vulnerable however surely will be given a chance? Our midfield squad looks bloated with Kamara, Luiz, Dendonker, Sanson, McGinn, Ramsey, Nakamba also Iroegbunam all possibly fighting over 2 and at best 3 positions. Much as I want him to succeed I can only see him being sold. I think Sanson, McGinn and Nakamba will leave before next season starts. Edited October 25, 2022 by thunderball 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom13 Posted October 25, 2022 Share Posted October 25, 2022 1 hour ago, MotoMkali said: Mcginn should not be in the conversation at all Indeed. I'd have Douglas, Dendoncker, Sanson, Iroegbunam and of course Kamara all ahead of him for the double pivot roles. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom13 Posted October 25, 2022 Share Posted October 25, 2022 1 hour ago, thunderball said: Emery will likely want some key players in his own image so several players will likely leave. Sanson seems more accomplished than most so its a mystery but he looks vulnerable however surely will be given a chance? Our midfield squad looks bloated with Kamara, Luiz, Dendonker, Sanson, McGinn, Ramsey, Nakamba also Iroegbunam all possibly fighting over 2 and at best 3 positions. Much as I want him to succeed I can only see him being sold. I think Sanson, McGinn and Nakamba will leave before next season starts. Nakamba needs to go, so does McGinn. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rodders0223 Posted October 25, 2022 Share Posted October 25, 2022 McGinn won't be competing for any spot in the double pivot because when he plays there all he does is walk towards the defence whilst they look for a pass. Entire body square to the ball and back to the opposition goal with a player behind him and wonder why he's not recieving the ball. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zatman Posted October 25, 2022 Share Posted October 25, 2022 7 hours ago, CVByrne said: Yeah he'll probably struggle still. Dendoncker and Kamara have some size and are propr 6s having played as CBs. Then Luiz and McGinn are more hybrid players who are good going forward and can put in defensive shifts. JJ and Tim are young but could provide two more players for those roles McGinn Will be one of the first moved on 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Zatman Posted October 27, 2022 Share Posted October 27, 2022 8 minutes ago, gwi1890 said: Strasbourg and Turkey the 2 Villa loan locations 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gwi1890 Posted October 27, 2022 Share Posted October 27, 2022 21 minutes ago, Zatman said: Strasbourg and Turkey the 2 Villa loan locations Might not be any truth to the links, but his frustrations over the past two years might have him wanting a fresh start regardless of the new manager or he might be chomping at the bit to prove himself.Let’s hope it’s the latter. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rolta Posted October 27, 2022 Share Posted October 27, 2022 I'd give him a chance before a few other midfielders not at their best right now, but the truth is we are overloaded in midfield and that doesn't make sense for our wage bill. Someone is going to go. Sadly I think this is a big part of him being set to move on. Who knows what happens with Emery though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
villaslash Posted October 27, 2022 Share Posted October 27, 2022 It will be interesting and well timed. Of the three managers he would seem to fit Emery’s style the best. You’d think this is the best chance for him to get in the team. From the little we’ve seen in actual games his ability to tackle, dribble and make a pass would suit a 4-2-3-1 well. I hope he takes this chance to impress. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaVilla Posted October 27, 2022 Share Posted October 27, 2022 4 minutes ago, villaslash said: It will be interesting and well timed. Of the three managers he would seem to fit Emery’s style the best. You’d think this is the best chance for him to get in the team. From the little we’ve seen in actual games his ability to tackle, dribble and make a pass would suit a 4-2-3-1 well. I hope he takes this chance to impress. will be interesting to see if Emery primarily goes for a 4231 or 442. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChesterDad Posted October 27, 2022 Share Posted October 27, 2022 The two players I am hoping benefit most from the new manager are Emi B and Morgan who based on the cameo’s I have seen - does seem like a player to me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tumblerseven Posted October 27, 2022 Share Posted October 27, 2022 We should sell him Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grantholtgolazo Posted October 27, 2022 Share Posted October 27, 2022 (edited) Check in on your local Sanson cultist today. Was a brief journey from Morgan will rise like a phoenix, finally realizing his massive potential, to what must be a grim realization- that he is headed out that door one last time. Who will be brave enough to get to the bottom of what is undoubtedly a massive conspiracy? #FREEMORGAN Edited October 27, 2022 by grantholtgolazo 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VillaParkAvenue Posted October 27, 2022 Share Posted October 27, 2022 Sanson is supposedly on 48k per week, how much of that would Villa pay? How many years does he have left? Loaning players out and still paying all or parts of their wages is so shit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rodders0223 Posted October 27, 2022 Share Posted October 27, 2022 (edited) 9 minutes ago, VillaParkAvenue said: Sanson is supposedly on 48k per week, how much of that would Villa pay? How many years does he have left? Loaning players out and still paying all or parts of their wages is so shit. 48k. You can thank Gerrard for not even giving him junk minutes with 5 subs available. Absolutely 100% went out of his way to ensure there wouldn't be a single suitor remotely interested in taking him or looking at him or taking a punt. Edited October 27, 2022 by rodders0223 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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