24. Reece James

[Vesper 30,083]

5 minutes ago, the wes said:

I think it did as well He's like a wee Pitbull he's a very strong player for his age 

he looks pretty unique

strong as a bull

pacey

technical

and offensive minded as well

perhaps I wont sob when Wan-Bissaka is snatched up by another club (well, if it is Manure I will scream, lol)

if only either Reece or Wan-Bissaka were a LB! what a pair of fullbacks in 2 years thy would be

 

[the wes 7,212]

Paul Cook hails "outstanding" Reece James in Bristol City draw

https://amp.sportsmole.co.uk/football/bristol-city/news/cook-hails-outstanding-reece-james-in-bristol-city-draw_355525.html

And he was playing centre midfield in this game too 

[OhForAGreavsie 6,057]

YouTube vid of today's goal vs Bristol City: -

The strike is neither here nor there, all players can score those or, more often, miss them. As @Vesper pointed out, it's the strength in the turn and run that's the thing to see here.

[nyikolajevics 2,690]

This guy is a beast, can't wait to see him in Blue.

 

I noticed that Christensen, Loftus-Cheek and Hudson-Odoi have quite a good relationship, on bus and on plane they always sit next to each other and so on. It's understandable, they've known each other since they were children. James could join them too, another old pal of them. These relationships can be essential when building a new team. Man Utd's Class of 92 or Barcelonas great generation worked very well and I think it was a factor.

[OhForAGreavsie 6,057]

4 hours ago, nyikolajevics said:

This guy is a beast, can't wait to see him in Blue.

 

I noticed that Christensen, Loftus-Cheek and Hudson-Odoi have quite a good relationship, on bus and on plane they always sit next to each other and so on. It's understandable, they've known each other since they were children. James could join them too, another old pal of them. These relationships can be essential when building a new team. Man Utd's Class of 92 or Barcelonas great generation worked very well and I think it was a factor.

Agreed.

After the second leg of the 2018 Youth Cup Final, Callum was asked about the relationship among the lads. He made the same point you have and added that they were all hoping to represent the men's team together one day. Whatever temptation might have come along since, one super talented member of that team has already left the club, it was clear that Callum was accurately reporting the feeling among the group.

Of course Reece was captain of that team.

[Stats 7,135]

Watching the game against Norwich and has been the standout player and most obvious choice for MOTM. His strength is ridiculous. Amazing how he is relied on for their set pieces also. Real gem we have here.

[Fulham Broadway 17,299]

2 hours ago, Stats said:

Watching the game against Norwich and has been the standout player and most obvious choice for MOTM. His strength is ridiculous. Amazing how he is relied on for their set pieces also. Real gem we have here.

He was the absolute nuts - ran the show

[OneMoSalah 8,883]

Zappacosta has to go if it means this guy gets his chance next season. I was of the opinion he needed a PL loan but Ive seen him a few times now since then and he really looks like he could make a smoother transition than I first expected. Physically hes at a decent level. Technically too. Hopefully Sarri sees him in pre season and includes him in the squad next season.

[Stats 7,135]

Watching the Leeds and Wigan and once again have to say, what a performance! Been watching the whole game. Relegation threatened Wigan with 10 men have beaten promotion chasing Leeds on their own patch and he has been the standout player along with Gavin Massey. Surely James will be given MOTM. Been outstanding and the commentator cannot stop running with compliments for the player. What a player we have on our books. Bossed the game 

[NikkiCFC 8,286]

41 minutes ago, Stats said:

Watching the Leeds and Wigan and once again have to say, what a performance! Been watching the whole game. Relegation threatened Wigan with 10 men have beaten promotion chasing Leeds on their own patch and he has been the standout player along with Gavin Massey. Surely James will be given MOTM. Been outstanding and the commentator cannot stop running with compliments for the player. What a player we have on our books. Bossed the game 

But we want him for RB position, right? He played CM again?

[Stats 7,135]

14 minutes ago, NikkiCFC said:

But we want him for RB position, right? He played CM again?

Ideally yes, but it is a good thing. Look at Maitland-Niles for Arsenal. He has featured for them at both full back positions as well as playing CM. Interesting though. I mean if he plays with top class players regularly, he will improve more so hopefully he is given a chance next season. He done an epic run earlier today. Would love for someone to post it in here.

[BlueLyon 9,359]

On 4/15/2019 at 0:23 AM, OneMoSalah said:

Zappacosta has to go if it means this guy gets his chance next season. I was of the opinion he needed a PL loan but Ive seen him a few times now since then and he really looks like he could make a smoother transition than I first expected. Physically hes at a decent level. Technically too. Hopefully Sarri sees him in pre season and includes him in the squad next season.

Phisicaly he is absolutely ready. So many youngsters we had couldnt cope with PL because they were not strong enough. Tammy, Musonda etc

I am fully convinced James will make it if he keeps his head down and work. And obviously if we give him enough play time and as soon as possible. Azpi has declined big time, it would be smooth transition indeed.