Rumoured Marouane Fellaini

[Toli 977]

Why? He's got a good engine, good distribution in that position (his passing percentage seems to drop off when in more advanced positions which isn't that surprising), he's good in the air, strong and offers a goal threat.

He's not perfect (I'd love Javi Martinez but that ship has long since sailed) and I've got high hopes for Ake, Chalobah and Romeu but it does look like we're going to buy a midfielder and at the right price he does need to be part of the discussion.

Personally I'd be happy going into next season with Oscar, Lamps, Rami, Chalobah and Romeu but I think we do need one more for that position and I think it's too early for Ake (although he was very good yesterday) and I'm not sure about De Bruyne in that role.

it would be suicidal to go with chalobah and romeu in the saeon. romeu has played mostly bad for us futhermore he has had a serious injury. chalobah hasnt played one game...WE MUST buy a new player in this position, its not even a qusetion. or give trust in de bryune, which would be a risk.

[Amblève. 4,995]

Why? He's got a good engine, good distribution in that position (his passing percentage seems to drop off when in more advanced positions which isn't that surprising), he's good in the air, strong and offers a goal threat.

He's not perfect (I'd love Javi Martinez but that ship has long since sailed) and I've got high hopes for Ake, Chalobah and Romeu but it does look like we're going to buy a midfielder and at the right price he does need to be part of the discussion.

Personally I'd be happy going into next season with Oscar, Lamps, Rami, Chalobah and Romeu but I think we do need one more for that position and I think it's too early for Ake (although he was very good yesterday) and I'm not sure about De Bruyne in that role.

His passing and vision are below average, his tactical understanding is poor (one of the reasons he was moved into a more forward position) and he's slow. I'd write a longer post if I wasn't tired of repeating things that have been said multiple times before so if you're interested in a more in-depth explanation why Fellaini shouldn't be considered a player for the double pivot you can look it up on several pages in here.

With Moyes going to United Fellaini won't be an option for us anyway. Can't see him going anywhere than to Manchester United.

[The only place to be 11,313]

His passing and vision are below average, his tactical understanding is poor (one of the reasons he was moved into a more forward position) and he's slow. I'd write a longer post if I wasn't tired of repeating things that have been said multiple times before so if you're interested in a more in-depth explanation why Fellaini shouldn't be considered a player for the double pivot you can look it up on several pages in here.

With Moyes going to United Fellaini won't be an option for us anyway. Can't see him going anywhere than to Manchester United.

I disagree with a lot of what you're saying, but you're factually incorrect on why he was moved forward. It's simply a pragmatic move based on his aerial dominance and strength. We can discuss whether or not he has poor tactical understanding or not but on this one point you're just wrong.

It's interesting that despite all that you still think he'll make a move to the champions though.

But I'll have a look through the thread to see if anyone has made the points you're unable to.

[Reddish-Blue 2,495]

Why? He's got a good engine, good distribution in that position (his passing percentage seems to drop off when in more advanced positions which isn't that surprising), he's good in the air, strong and offers a goal threat.

He's not perfect (I'd love Javi Martinez but that ship has long since sailed) and I've got high hopes for Ake, Chalobah and Romeu but it does look like we're going to buy a midfielder and at the right price he does need to be part of the discussion.

Personally I'd be happy going into next season with Oscar, Lamps, Rami, Chalobah and Romeu but I think we do need one more for that position and I think it's too early for Ake (although he was very good yesterday) and I'm not sure about De Bruyne in that role.

Fellaini is rubbish in a deeper role.

[Reddish-Blue 2,495]

I disagree with a lot of what you're saying, but you're factually incorrect on why he was moved forward. It's simply a pragmatic move based on his aerial dominance and strength. We can discuss whether or not he has poor tactical understanding or not but on this one point you're just wrong.

It's interesting that despite all that you still think he'll make a move to the champions though.

But I'll have a look through the thread to see if anyone has made the points you're unable to.

I thought he got moved forward cause he made quite a few rash challenges as a DM in his early Everton days...and he just wasn't influential from a DM position.

He'll go to United cause he respects Moyes and fits his style of play.

[The only place to be 11,313]

Fellaini is rubbish in a deeper role.

I disagree. It's where he came to prominence at both Liege and Everton and being moved into a more advanced position seems to have wiped the collective memory of football fans of this point. In fact I'd say one of his most impressive games this season was away to Arsenal when he had a deeper/box-to-box role and was probably their man of the match.

With the options available, he can't be overlooked and he really doesn't deserve to be dismissed.

I thought he got moved forward cause he made quite a few rash challenges as a DM in his early Everton days...and he just wasn't influential from a DM position.

He'll go to United cause he respects Moyes and fits his style of play.

He was influential from a deeper role but he did have an injury that kept him out for a while. He does have a bit of rashness about him but I'm sure the right coach could help him channel that better.

As for going to United, he might just be going there because he's a good midfielder and they're crying out for one. Someone should probably tell Moyes that he's not good in a deep role if he's planning on sticking him there though.

[Amblève. 4,995]

I disagree with a lot of what you're saying, but you're factually incorrect on why he was moved forward. It's simply a pragmatic move based on his aerial dominance and strength. We can discuss whether or not he has poor tactical understanding or not but on this one point you're just wrong.

It's interesting that despite all that you still think he'll make a move to the champions though.

But I'll have a look through the thread to see if anyone has made the points you're unable to.

Nope. If you would actually read instead of implying something you'd know I said his lack of tactical understanding was "one of the reasons". Look it up, I'm sure you're capable of doing so.

United have a different system. And with Moyes joining them, he can make sure how to use him in the best way possible.

Being unable to do something and not being interested in doing something are two very different animals, smh.

[lucio 5,418]

""I'm not a number 10. David Moyes predicts my future as a defensive midfielder, but due to a lack of offensive power, he plays me up front.

"In the future I want to play as a six or an eight."

"I'm happy with my season, although I didn't play in my best position,

[Reddish-Blue 2,495]

I disagree. It's where he came to prominence at both Liege and Everton and being moved into a more advanced position seems to have wiped the collective memory of football fans of this point. In fact I'd say one of his most impressive games this season was away to Arsenal when he had a deeper/box-to-box role and was probably their man of the match.

With the options available, he can't be overlooked and he really doesn't deserve to be dismissed.

Unless he's available for 15-20 million...he can be dismissed.

If we really want to invest into our CM/DM position...we should be targeting Khedira or Lars Bender (standout season for Leverkusen alongside their young Spanish RB).

[Toli 977]

fellaini is much better than khedira offensively. defensive-wise khedira is better.

lars bender wont offer us anything in terms of offensive play. defensively he is good, but not "outstanding" I would say. Leverkusen in general has played a good season. Lars Bender is good, but nowhere near world-class.

[lucio 5,418]

fellaini is much better than khedira offensively. defensive-wise khedira is better.

lars bender wont offer us anything in terms of offensive play. defensively he is good, but not "outstanding" I would say. Leverkusen in general has played a good season. Lars Bender is good, but nowhere near world-class.

he has 6 assists from defensive midfield and wins so many tackles. i believe he would be world class at chelsea under mourinho. i believe both the benders to be better than khedira but i still like khedira

[lucio 5,418]

fellaini is much better than khedira offensively. defensive-wise khedira is better.

lars bender wont offer us anything in terms of offensive play. defensively he is good, but not "outstanding" I would say. Leverkusen in general has played a good season. Lars Bender is good, but nowhere near world-class.

he has 6 assists from defensive midfield and wins so many tackles. i believe he would be world class at chelsea under mourinho. i believe both the benders to be better than khedira but i still like khedira

[BlueLion. 21,491]

De Rossi for £12 million > Fellaini for £25-30 million.

[Atholy 1,293]

Yeah yeah, I know he probably will follow Moyes to United. But hey... you just never know.

I also know a lot of members here don't like Fellaini and think he's nothing more than an elbow throwing powerhouse.

This video here actually shows really well there's a lot more about Fellaini!

Good ball distribution & protection, technique & link up play, vista/vision, assists & goals.

Hmmm I don't know. Still think he might be a great addition to our midfield. The work he does defensively in midfield will relieve our Maestro's from this energy consuming defensive tasks and gives them all the liberty to focus on their main goal: offensive miracles!

ps: I think our Moderators would easily fit on his chest to take a nap all together . Almost every high ball that comes his direction is put dead on his chest... almost impossible for defenders to cope with!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mZFuxC1bdUk

[OneMoSalah 8,885]

it would be suicidal to go with chalobah and romeu in the saeon. romeu has played mostly bad for us futhermore he has had a serious injury. chalobah hasnt played one game...WE MUST buy a new player in this position, its not even a qusetion. or give trust in de bryune, which would be a risk.

Would hardly say Romeu has played bad for us since coming here, he played two or three games this year under Robbie and Rafa. Under AVB he was one of our best midfielders so to judge him on 2 or 3 games is rather harsh compared to the 20 odd he played under AVB.

Anyway how highly do you rate Sven Bender? Is he better than Lars? I think one of them would be good for our pivot.