Popular Post lexicon Posted April 28, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted April 28, 2021 https://www.avfc.co.uk/players/u18/bradyoung Not a player that gets mentioned a whole lot - I couldn't find a thread for him, so thought I'd start one. Anyway, he flies under the radar somewhat given the bigger names/potential stars in the U23s and U18 side but every game I've seen him in, he's done well - good technical skills, great workrate and a good athlete too; he's quick and doesn't tire easily. So far this season, he's got 13 goals and 4 assists in 17 games (16 starts) as per the link above - I'm guessing that just for the U18s. Thought he deserved a thread and some recognition! 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaVilla Posted April 28, 2021 Share Posted April 28, 2021 honestly, im not sure what to make of him, yes he has scored goals etc, but overall when i watch him he just seems like a bit of a jack of all trades master of none. ie: fairly well built for his age but not particularly tall or imposing physically, possesses a little bit of skill but isnt "skillful", isnt slow but isnt fast, looks comfortable on the ball but it also doesnt stick to him like glue, seems ok with passes etc but doesnt really have a defence splitting pass in him, seems to be able to finish but sometimes dallies on the ball when maybe he should shoot. I dunno........not sure what to make of him. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
It's Your Round Posted April 28, 2021 Share Posted April 28, 2021 13 minutes ago, MaVilla said: honestly, im not sure what to make of him, yes he has scored goals etc, but overall when i watch him he just seems like a bit of a jack of all trades master of none. ie: fairly well built for his age but not particularly tall or imposing physically, possesses a little bit of skill but isnt "skillful", isnt slow but isnt fast, looks comfortable on the ball but it also doesnt stick to him like glue, seems ok with passes etc but doesnt really have a defence splitting pass in him, seems to be able to finish but sometimes dallies on the ball when maybe he should shoot. I dunno........not sure what to make of him. He sounds like a perfect fit for our current midfield (Jack aside) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lexicon Posted April 28, 2021 Author Share Posted April 28, 2021 His touch at 3:43 or thereabouts is sublime: 13 minutes ago, MaVilla said: honestly, im not sure what to make of him, yes he has scored goals etc, but overall when i watch him he just seems like a bit of a jack of all trades master of none. ie: fairly well built for his age but not particularly tall or imposing physically, possesses a little bit of skill but isnt "skillful", isnt slow but isnt fast, looks comfortable on the ball but it also doesnt stick to him like glue, seems ok with passes etc but doesnt really have a defence splitting pass in him, seems to be able to finish but sometimes dallies on the ball when maybe he should shoot. I dunno........not sure what to make of him. I think what you're describing is a great foundation for an 18 year-old to build on tbf 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ferguson1 Posted April 28, 2021 Share Posted April 28, 2021 Haven’t seen much of this fella but could see him turning into a Jimmy Milner type. Could be totally wrong but one to stick with I reckon and see how he progresses. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post AJ Posted April 28, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted April 28, 2021 Seeing this thread, I remembered this. 4 5 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JAMAICAN-VILLAN Posted April 28, 2021 Share Posted April 28, 2021 2 hours ago, lexicon said: https://www.avfc.co.uk/players/u18/bradyoung Not a player that gets mentioned a whole lot - I couldn't find a thread for him, so thought I'd start one. Anyway, he flies under the radar somewhat given the bigger names/potential stars in the U23s and U18 side but every game I've seen him in, he's done well - good technical skills, great workrate and a good athlete too; he's quick and doesn't tire easily. So far this season, he's got 13 goals and 4 assists in 17 games (16 starts) as per the link above - I'm guessing that just for the U18s. Thought he deserved a thread and some recognition! Glad you opened this, was talking about him yesterday. Since his cameo against Liverpool, I've been keen to follow his progress. As I said yesterday, just seems fearless and confident, which are huge attributes for progression. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sulberto21 Posted April 28, 2021 Share Posted April 28, 2021 2 hours ago, AJ said: Seeing this thread, I remembered this. He has big bollox. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rodders0223 Posted May 15, 2021 Share Posted May 15, 2021 Looks ready for mens football to me. A nice youth cup win hopefully getting decent football league stature clubs on the radar in the summer. Let's not continue to make the same mistakes. He's ready. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nepal_villan Posted May 15, 2021 Share Posted May 15, 2021 Have been impressed every time I've seen him. Always seems to find the goal and has some nifty skills too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
May-Z Posted May 15, 2021 Share Posted May 15, 2021 Looks handy. Probably on for a similar career to James Collins who is a great scorer in the lower leagues. Awful neck tattoo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KentVillan Posted May 15, 2021 Share Posted May 15, 2021 I think he might be one of those who looks good for his age because he has matured quickly. Be surprised if he turns out to be a top PL player, but I like his attitude. Definitely physically ready for men’s football, and has a bit of swagger as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leemond2008 Posted May 15, 2021 Share Posted May 15, 2021 I like the look of him, he might be a little rough around the edges but he looks like he'll be a battler, he doesn't look like the sort of kid who will be frightened to get stuck in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rjw63 Posted May 15, 2021 Share Posted May 15, 2021 1 hour ago, May-Z said: Looks handy. Probably on for a similar career to James Collins who is a great scorer in the lower leagues. Awful neck tattoo. Yeah not a great look, reminds me of some of the ne'er-do-wells I used to drink with on the Vale in the late 80's Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_Steve Posted May 15, 2021 Share Posted May 15, 2021 Scores goals, nifty feet, bags of confidence. Impressive for someone so young. Excited and curious to see if he can step up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post useless Posted May 15, 2021 Popular Post Share Posted May 15, 2021 Last season he only scored four goals and didn't make his U23 debut this season until after he'd turned eighteen, which I think just goes to show we shouldn't judge the academy players too early, they can have quiet years in their first season and then comeback stronger and much improved in their second, Raikhy is another example of that. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sne Posted May 16, 2021 Share Posted May 16, 2021 His style reminded me a bit of a young Andi Weimann and John Guidetti, and I don't mean that as an insult Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lexicon Posted May 16, 2021 Author Share Posted May 16, 2021 44 minutes ago, sne said: His style reminded me a bit of a young Andi Weimann and John Guidetti, and I don't mean that as an insult Definitely got the energy and work rate - he's a lot more technically gifted than Weimann at least IMO. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaVilla Posted May 24, 2021 Share Posted May 24, 2021 Thought he was very lively to be fair. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
messi11 Posted May 24, 2021 Share Posted May 24, 2021 From being stabbed in Solihul Park (Probz by a blues fan) to lifting the FA Youth Cup all in the space of 2 years Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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