Melanicus 5,208 Posted August 2, 2016 Share Posted August 2, 2016 1 hour ago, The Chels said: Rahman explains Chelsea exit: I am too offensive for Conte  Except only just last week we heard Conte say: "In some situations, especially at the start, the team was very deep and too defensive. That’s not what Chelsea are about." That doesn’t sound like Conte wants his team to be defensive, he wants us to be organised and solid without the ball, and on the front foot when it matters, and clearly Baba can’t do both right now. It would seem Conte just doesn't think Baba is good enough in his all-round game. Putting in a good cross here and there doesn’t exempt you from your defensive responsibilities, which he clearly needs to work on. I’m a fan of Baba, so it’s a shame to see him leave on loan, but at the same time you’ve got to trust Conte.  kellzfresh and petre.ispirescu 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iggy Doonican 4,186 Posted August 2, 2016 Share Posted August 2, 2016 Not a surprise he's gone very odd buy clearly not good enough for the cut and thrust of English football. When we played Newcastle in our only win under Hiddink at home (diabolical statistic by the way) I think from memory he came on when John Terry got injured. He looked very ordinary his body shape was always wrong he was always on the back foot and Townsend gave him a hard time even though we were winning the game comfortably. Clearly Mourinho didn't rate him as his appearances were rarer then rocking horse shit under him. The Skipper 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unionjack 7,531 Posted August 2, 2016 Share Posted August 2, 2016 8 minutes ago, Iggy Doonican said: Not a surprise he's gone very odd buy clearly not good enough for the cut and thrust of English football. When we played Newcastle in our only win under Hiddink at home (diabolical statistic by the way) I think from memory he came on when John Terry got injured. He looked very ordinary his body shape was always wrong he was always on the back foot and Townsend gave him a hard time even though we were winning the game comfortably. Clearly Mourinho didn't rate him as his appearances were rarer then rocking horse shit under him. So you reckon hes an Emenalo buy? Along with Papy? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iggy Doonican 4,186 Posted August 2, 2016 Share Posted August 2, 2016 5 minutes ago, Unionjack said: So you reckon hes an Emenalo buy? Along with Papy? Maybe Emenalo's pappy recommended him ! Unionjack 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post! bababoom 4,478 Posted August 2, 2016 Popular Post! Share Posted August 2, 2016 Never really saw the hype, think the reason most people wanted him to start was because he was our only left footed left back but even then never really impressed defensively or in attack. The other main reason was because it meant Ivan was dropped (azpi moved over to the right), and lets face it that is a huge plus, but even so he's been very ordinary whenever he's played. Defensively naive and overrated going forward, doesn't really dribble well with the ball, rarely ever beats players and was only good at overlapping and putting in a decent cross. I may be a bit harsh but i just think he was/is vastly overrated on this forum EMK, Unionjack, Vybz Kartel and 3 others 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CHOULO19 24,332 Posted August 2, 2016 Share Posted August 2, 2016 Genuinely can't think of a more obviously made up quote than that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
petre.ispirescu 4,928 Posted August 2, 2016 Share Posted August 2, 2016 1 hour ago, Melanicus said: Except only just last week we heard Conte say: "In some situations, especially at the start, the team was very deep and too defensive. That’s not what Chelsea are about." That doesn’t sound like Conte wants his team to be defensive, he wants us to be organised and solid without the ball, and on the front foot when it matters, and clearly Baba can’t do both right now. Exactly, this fabricated quote comes in total opposition with Conte's philisophy. I've read a lot of comments on Italian forums (and youtube videos) from Juventus fans talking about Conte's obsession with attacking even in the 95th minute, instead of defending deep, trying to protect the result. It was a comparison between him and Allegri, mainly coming from anti Conte fans (still bitter because of the way he left and his comments on Juventus' transfer policy), but still, gives you an idea on his tactics. kellzfresh 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gilvorak 3,734 Posted September 15, 2016 Share Posted September 15, 2016 Great performance & goal tonight. Shame he couldn't get a proper shot under Conte. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LAM09 7,056 Posted September 15, 2016 Share Posted September 15, 2016 Reaping the rewards of consistency. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueLyon 9,359 Posted September 16, 2016 Share Posted September 16, 2016 Fucking hell. Everytime players leave us they perform like they are best out there and when they return, they also return to average. kellzfresh 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akgw13 867 Posted September 16, 2016 Share Posted September 16, 2016 Confidence as we all know is the most important thing with these players, I think it is great Baba is showing well 1. it increases his value if he doesnt fit contes plans 2. it shows conte he can play at a high level if given trust. He could be a very useful player as a LB or LWB. Between Him, Alonso, Kenedy we should be able to find someone to cover the left for us. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ILoveLamp 270 Posted September 16, 2016 Share Posted September 16, 2016 18 minutes ago, akgw13 said: Confidence as we all know is the most important thing with these players, I think it is great Baba is showing well 1. it increases his value if he doesnt fit contes plans 2. it shows conte he can play at a high level if given trust. He could be a very useful player as a LB or LWB. Between Him, Alonso, Kenedy we should be able to find someone to cover the left for us. What about Aké? Had really really high hopes for him but it seems he is not even playing at Burnley...You don't think he'll make it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Special Juan 28,141 Posted September 16, 2016 Share Posted September 16, 2016 2 minutes ago, ILoveLamp said: What about Aké? Had really really high hopes for him but it seems he is not even playing at Burnley...You don't think he'll make it? Well he won't be playing at Burnley when he's at Bournemouth Fernando, The Skipper and ILoveLamp 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akgw13 867 Posted September 16, 2016 Share Posted September 16, 2016 4 hours ago, ILoveLamp said: What about Aké? Had really really high hopes for him but it seems he is not even playing at Burnley...You don't think he'll make it? I dont think he will ever be a starting xi player. I do however think he can be an incredibly useful HG squad player. Can fill in essentially across the back line and in defensive midfield. Be a utility player of sorts.  **Edited** ILoveLamp 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
manpe 10,861 Posted September 16, 2016 Share Posted September 16, 2016 30 minutes ago, akgw13 said: I dont think he will ever be a starting xi player. Conte clearly prefers left footed players on the left side like most rational people so LB for ake is out, I do however think he can be an incredibly useful HG squad player. Can fill in essentially across the back line and in defensive midfield. Be a utility player of sorts. I thought Ake was left-footed? akgw13 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blue Colored Sky 1,807 Posted September 16, 2016 Share Posted September 16, 2016 @akgw13 Better edit your post akgw13 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akgw13 867 Posted September 16, 2016 Share Posted September 16, 2016 56 minutes ago, manpe said: I thought Ake was left-footed? My Mistake. doesnt change my thoughts on the player though, still think he is an incredibly useful utility player but wont be in the XI for conte Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OhForAGreavsie 6,075 Posted September 16, 2016 Share Posted September 16, 2016 2 minutes ago, akgw13 said: My Mistake. doesnt change my thoughts on the player though, still think he is an incredibly useful utility player but wont be in the XI for conte You do see though, don't you, how this may cast doubt on your assessment of Nathan's qualities? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
akgw13 867 Posted September 16, 2016 Share Posted September 16, 2016 4 minutes ago, OhForAGreavsie said: You do see though, don't you, how this may cast doubt on your assessment of Nathan's qualities? Yes, i understand that. Discount my opinion on him if you'd like, i will not take offense.  Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OhForAGreavsie 6,075 Posted September 16, 2016 Share Posted September 16, 2016 7 minutes ago, akgw13 said: Yes, i understand that. Discount my opinion on him if you'd like, i will not take offense.  Good response. I'm about to get off the bus and try to make it in in time to collect my free beer. Wish me luck :-) akgw13 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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