Pinebro Posted July 30, 2023 Share Posted July 30, 2023 1 minute ago, VillaChris said: After watching that first half I'm very excited what he can do in the premier league. He's got very similar attributes to Sadio Mane imo, constantly dropping into number 10 position to link up and good feet in the box to get away shots. If he's even half as good for us as Mane was for Liverpool then that is 45m or so very well spent indeed. I know it's a record breaking signing but 45 M really is nothing in the PL these days. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greenfly Posted July 30, 2023 Share Posted July 30, 2023 53 minutes ago, Pinebro said: I know it's a record breaking signing but 45 M really is nothing in the PL these days. It may not be particularly expensive these days, but I wouldn't say it's nothing. 45m still buys real quality at this level. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reivax_Villa Posted July 30, 2023 Share Posted July 30, 2023 Very exciting player and has adapted very well.. I do worry when he isn't playing we drop down a few levels.. I think we are in for Doku.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
May-Z Posted July 30, 2023 Share Posted July 30, 2023 The take from Emi's quick kick was beautiful. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duke313 Posted July 30, 2023 Share Posted July 30, 2023 Will be our top scorer this season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MotoMkali Posted July 30, 2023 Share Posted July 30, 2023 1 hour ago, Pinebro said: I know it's a record breaking signing but 45 M really is nothing in the PL these days. Except no where have the club said he's our record signing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sulberto21 Posted July 30, 2023 Share Posted July 30, 2023 9 minutes ago, duke313 said: Will be our top scorer this season. He looks like he’s got it in him to get at least 25. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pinebro Posted July 30, 2023 Share Posted July 30, 2023 2 minutes ago, MotoMkali said: Except no where have the club said he's our record signing. Isn't he? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MotoMkali Posted July 30, 2023 Share Posted July 30, 2023 2 minutes ago, Pinebro said: Isn't he? Seems like it's still Buendia to me. Ornsteins reporting was 34.6 and Buendia was 38. Plus without the club announcing him as the record signing I'd assume he's not. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
villan95 Posted July 30, 2023 Share Posted July 30, 2023 17 minutes ago, duke313 said: Will be our top scorer this season. I'll still say Watkins but definitely think Diaby could have most goal contributions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
villa4europe Posted July 30, 2023 Share Posted July 30, 2023 6 minutes ago, Pinebro said: Isn't he? Sky are the only people reporting 45m The fees mean nothing anymore anyway they're so over the shop, they represent value to the selling club not the buying, we shouldn't use it as a measuring stick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nigel Posted July 30, 2023 VT Supporter Share Posted July 30, 2023 The big difference between him and Bailey (when he was on form last season)is he has the ability to play quick 1 touch football as well as the dribbling ability. He's knows when to run and when to feed it. He just oozes quality. Really impressed 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MWARLEY2 Posted July 30, 2023 Share Posted July 30, 2023 Record signings just do not matter. The right ones do. Seems that Diaby is the right signing for what we need. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post OutByEaster? Posted July 30, 2023 Moderator Popular Post Share Posted July 30, 2023 This chap is going to be very popular indeed. 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DakotaVilla Posted July 30, 2023 Share Posted July 30, 2023 Diaby, Watkins and Ramsey are going to scare the hell out of any defence. Add one more similar level player (who can finish) for depth and we really can dream this season. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I Make Pies Posted July 30, 2023 Share Posted July 30, 2023 Never heard of him before he signed for us so what a pleasant surprise. He's really, really good. There were a few occasions where he was in on goal but we didn't play the pass. In time, our players should get accustomed to his runs and feed him more often. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_Steve Posted July 30, 2023 Share Posted July 30, 2023 One of the most natural finishers I’ve seen, what a talent. We are going to scare a lot of defences with him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam2003 Posted July 30, 2023 Share Posted July 30, 2023 Really hope he can carry it into the PL. The struggle to adapt is basically having way less time on the ball than in other leagues, and pre-season isn’t a gauge of that - but it’s obviously MUCH better that he’s scoring goals and looking class now than if he wasn’t! Still think he’ll need a season to properly adapt but all very promising. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaVilla Posted July 30, 2023 Share Posted July 30, 2023 didnt want to verbalise it......but was half worried that Ben "fu***ng" Mee would break him today. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DCJonah Posted July 30, 2023 Share Posted July 30, 2023 This is why you pay the big bucks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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