hippo Posted September 19, 2021 Share Posted September 19, 2021 When fit he's going to be starting more games not - so don't see a problem. First thing first - does he have the ability ? (Yes) If (and its a massive if) there are problems with managing guy we can deal with it down the line. Think the whole thing is 3 parts of nothing though - indeed the rumour mill at the time of signing was that he could be half arsed and not 100% er !!!!! - not seen much evidence of that !!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BleedClaretAndBlue Posted September 19, 2021 Share Posted September 19, 2021 I love how he knew he’d be on the bench and still expected himself to make that impact in whatever minutes he was given. Had his tribute top underneath knowing he’d get to show it. Top mentality when a player will always expect to score every time he takes to the pitch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest av1 Posted September 19, 2021 Share Posted September 19, 2021 The last player that got me out of my seat every time he got the ball was Ashley Young. This kid is the same Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JAMAICAN-VILLAN Posted September 19, 2021 Share Posted September 19, 2021 28 minutes ago, villanmac said: He just blurted it out tbf no problem with it myself, there was no criticism of the manager, it was just away of saying hes come to the club to play (which we know) and was frustrated at not being able play (which we want). I like Old Craig but hes no politician and will be taken out of context easily enough. I agree that the weekly 'whats going on in Mr Butler' s head' doesnt need a weekly update in here. For the record hes been very complimentary about the club, the coach, the academy and Lange.... in fact all he has said is good things since Bailey joined! Yeah it's if he starts becoming critical of Dean/Club I'll start to worry personally. Man needs a PR coach Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JAMAICAN-VILLAN Posted September 19, 2021 Share Posted September 19, 2021 (edited) 48 minutes ago, av1 said: You’ve watched him more than most mate so why is this a worry for you? Obviously he came to the club on the back of a injury and hurt himself yesterday, but is his injury record a particular concern? Purely speaking from recent experience mate, and knowing that alot of explosive players tend to get pulls etc quite often. I've admitted before in the thread, that I really hadn't seen too much of him before the last.couple.of years. I knew of the hype, watched some highlights and a couple of the German games every now and then. Also, always signed him on FIFA Career mode for us for years, because... Duh. Lol. Also never thought for a second we ever had any chance of signing him over the years, sadly. Also haven't gotten to catch too many of the Jamaican games until recently because the time difference for me is a real commitment. A poster did pull me up on this concern recently, to point out that he actually played 30 odd plus games consistently for Leverkusen I think. So hopefully, it's just a phase where he is going through some niggles, and he will be fine as his body adapts and gets stronger as well. Edited September 19, 2021 by JAMAICAN-VILLAN 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dont_do_it_doug. Posted September 19, 2021 Share Posted September 19, 2021 1 hour ago, JAMAICAN-VILLAN said: Has anything you've seen from Leon's attitude so far, suggest to you, that he is this egotistical character some fans seems to have created all on their own, due to seemingly being annoyed by Butler? Nope, none at all. Which is why it feels important that he doesn’t allow somebody else to speak for him. We all know how fickle football supporters can be. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Risso Posted September 19, 2021 Share Posted September 19, 2021 This lad is going to be massive for us. I'm not saying he's better than Greasy, but he's much quicker, has more of an eye for goal, and can take a corner. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Follyfoot Posted September 19, 2021 VT Supporter Share Posted September 19, 2021 5 hours ago, Vive_La_Villa said: I think this lad can be better than Grealish. But to be fair they are different players. Certainly more effective with more end product Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VillaChris Posted September 19, 2021 Share Posted September 19, 2021 Stop talking about you know who. Bailey is levels about someone like Trez or El Ghazi, that's how you improve the first 11 and we've done it. Just need to get him starting every week. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveAV1 Posted September 19, 2021 Share Posted September 19, 2021 10 minutes ago, VillaChris said: Stop talking about you know who. Bailey is levels about someone like Trez or El Ghazi, that's how you improve the first 11 and we've done it. Just need to get him starting every week. From what we’ve seen of the lad so far, I know that isn’t very much in terms of minutes on the pitch, I’d say he’s better than both Trez and AEG by quite some way. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil Silvers Posted September 19, 2021 Share Posted September 19, 2021 (edited) 3 minutes ago, DaveAV1 said: From what we’ve seen of the lad so far, I know that isn’t very much in terms of minutes on the pitch, I’d say he’s better than both Trez and AEG by quite some way. Welcome back pal. I think he will be in the team of the season and we're 2 more superstar performances away from scum sky trying to sell him for us already. Edited September 19, 2021 by Phil Silvers 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AVTuco Posted September 19, 2021 VT Supporter Share Posted September 19, 2021 (edited) I think that given time Leon will be good enough to be an impact sub for us. Edited September 19, 2021 by AVTuco 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveAV1 Posted September 19, 2021 Share Posted September 19, 2021 4 minutes ago, AVTuco said: I think that given time Leon will be good enough to be an impact sub for us. I was just thinking something similar. Whether he’ll be happy with the roll or not I’m not so sure. If he keeps knocking out 20 minutes like yesterday he probably won’t be too concerned. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil Silvers Posted September 19, 2021 Share Posted September 19, 2021 Leon Baileys House...... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robby b Posted September 19, 2021 Share Posted September 19, 2021 I can't wait for him to get a first league start and hope this might be next Saturday at Old Trafford if (and I guess it's a big if) his thigh is ok again tomorrow or by Tuesday/Wednesday... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
avfc1982am Posted September 19, 2021 Share Posted September 19, 2021 1 hour ago, AVTuco said: I think that given time Leon will be good enough to be an impact sub for us. Lucky Leon....So what is he in the meantime??? Soft drinks manager ffs! Gimme strength. One of the most sought after and coveted players to come from Germany given time will be good enough to be a sub??? Never read such nonsense. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AVTuco Posted September 19, 2021 VT Supporter Share Posted September 19, 2021 (edited) 23 minutes ago, avfc1982am said: Lucky Leon....So what is he in the meantime??? Soft drinks manager ffs! Gimme strength. One of the most sought after and coveted players to come from Germany given time will be good enough to be a sub??? Never read such nonsense. My sarcasm doesn't really work, does it... he's obviously going to be a starter... but he would be a great guy to bring on later on like we did yesterday too. Edited September 19, 2021 by AVTuco Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davkaus Posted September 19, 2021 Share Posted September 19, 2021 2 hours ago, Risso said: Greasy You're a grown bloke, right? Jesus christ. 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steero113 Posted September 19, 2021 Share Posted September 19, 2021 27 minutes ago, avfc1982am said: Lucky Leon....So what is he in the meantime??? Soft drinks manager ffs! Gimme strength. One of the most sought after and coveted players to come from Germany given time will be good enough to be a sub??? Never read such nonsense. This is absolutely tragic. he’s being sarcastic 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRO Posted September 19, 2021 Share Posted September 19, 2021 2 hours ago, VillaChris said: Been same at likes of Walsall. I know it's a lower level but he obviously puts the time in really looking at characters of players we want to sign and seen in last decade it's not an easy thing to do. What I love about someone like Bailey coming in is he has the mentality and swagger of wanting to really win, look at how he was demanding the ball as soon as he came on yesterday. Key is always having a good squad of people and 2-3 players who really lift standards and drive players on so Bailey, Mings and Martinez are three of those and would be good to sign a couple more in next few windows. Not just content to finish 8th-9th but want to play in europe and win trophies. That will finally be how we push on as a club to the mythical next level. The embracing of Bailey was unbelieveable after his corner......if he doesn't feel welcome at B6 after that, no one ever will. They was all over him, like a rash, I thought they was going to squeeze him....great to see such camaraderie. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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