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Lampard is a squad player at City and I am sure he would have enjoyed the same role here.

Honestly was hoping to see Bamford next season but lets see what happens.

I think people's fascination of Reus makes them critical of Willian. Also the fact that we compare him with Hazard on the other wing role makes its more unfair. Definitely not worth 30m but the price tag isn't his fault.

this season just keeps getting better and better.

I understand that his primary role as a winger should be to assist and score goals but his defensive work rate is just phenomenal. I feel he gets massively criticised here because Hazard on the other wing performs so well. The truth is that Hazard is better player and is on course to becoming one of the greats of the game. Willian gets picked because he tracks back a lot and can add support to our attacking players. Schurrle is better offensively but can not match Willian behind the half line and hence has to settle for a squad player role. Honestly I believe if Willian had the opportunity to just play his natural game and not worry about helping out his defenders then he would be a better player. I am sure he would be much more appreciated by everyone if he had signed for Spurs instead.

I feel he will continue to start Fabregas and Hazard. If we lead by the hour mark then we can see both of them get a few minutes off otherwise it'll be a solid lineup as usual.

It was a terrific performances. Enjoyed every second of the game. I believe we showed why we deserve to win the title this year.

Happy birthday!

I don't know but I have this feeling that Madrid will sell Bale to United to and then buy Reus.

If Jose wanted more attacking plays from the right side then I am sure Andre would have been a starter for us. Its clear now that Willian gets picked primarily for his defending efforts. Though he's not bad offensively and at times can form great link ups with out attacking players. Is he worth the 30m? Definitely not but there is no point talking about the price tag now. He may not be a game changer like Hazard but that does not mean we should overlook the Brazilian's effort because of this. I feel he's highly underrated and am glad that he plays for us.

Imagine if he hadn't. Costa would have gone insane.

We all know he's not a great passer of the ball so there is no point bringing that up again. The only reason why he plays is because he's supposed to do the dirty work for us. Give this man some respect at least, he's been at the club for almost a decade so surely there is a reason why he is still here. I believe for these tough fixtures, Mikel is the best option to partner Matic in the pivot. He does what his manger instructs him to do. He doesn't always get to start but for that he does not bicker. He will be an important of the team this season so there is no point singling him out almost every time he plays.

Absolutely agree with Barbara here. Apart from being one of the most tactical managers,Jose shows great desire and passion for the club. Its stuff like this that really makes you proud of having a manager who genuinely likes the club. Truly one of us!

We played like Champions. Proud of the team.

This will be a tough game. No doubt about it and honestly I wouldn't be disappointed with a draw. Yes 3 points should be the aim but a point wouldn't be bad either.

The reason why other top clubs have got a few of their academy players in the first team is mainly because injury situations or club objectives have forced the club to DEPEND on their youngsters. Its like the situation when Remy and Costa were injured and we were able to give Solanke a debut. Fortunately this season we've had the luxury of having a very complete squad. Versatility and experience has made it possible for us to cope with injuries and suspensions. Unless we have a major injury crisis,I highly doubt that our youngsters will get a squad role this season.

No thank you!

I want Remy to get few minutes. maybe sub fabregas and give hazard the number 10 role for the remaining minutes?

ikr. its on mute for me now. awful commentating in general.

well actually there is no point debating about this because we both know neither of us are going to change our views about this whole situation.

oh please. The club told him to leave. We could have offered him a squad role and extended his contract but chose not to. If Roma would have told Totti to leave a few years ago and if he wanted to still play at the top level then I am certain he would have switched clubs as well.

OMG! Get over it people! Do you guys expect Frank not to play well and score for his new club? Come on seriously we just have to accept the fact that he's not playing for Chelsea anymore. I know it sucks to see one of Chelsea's bestplayers play and score for that shitty club but we decided to let him go and he's moved on by playing for a club that actually wants him. Jose could have given Frank a squad player role like the one has at City but chose not to because understandably we're looking to give other players a chance.

enjoy it while it lasts.

loan him to Liverpool. Perfect match.

He deserves to play every week and hence I feel we should definitely loan him out. Some may argue that we might need him incase of injuries but I honestly feel we have enough depth to deal with the situation. Ramires and Remy can always put in a shift for us in that role so there shouldn't be much concern.