Magic Lamps 11,692 Posted January 6, 2023 Share Posted January 6, 2023 Yesterday we saw for the first time since his debut what I remember him being like in Bundesliga. A dogged defensive presence with the athleticism and ball carrying ability to break through lines. In this hectic Match he was equal to the pace of the league for the first time I genuinely hope he can hold this level and make himself a viable option for us long term. Strike, Fernando and Vesper 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Superblue 6,372 Posted January 6, 2023 Share Posted January 6, 2023 26 minutes ago, Magic Lamps said: Yesterday we saw for the first time since his debut what I remember him being like in Bundesliga. A dogged defensive presence with the athleticism and ball carrying ability to break through lines. In this hectic Match he was equal to the pace of the league for the first time I genuinely hope he can hold this level and make himself a viable option for us long term. There's a shade of Mikel about him when he lets the ball across his body and uses his frame to block players from taking the ball. It makes him incredibly press resistant. It was something Mikel probably didn't get nearly enough credit for at the time. There's a bit more mobility and attacking intent from Zakaria though in his game. I've been impressed with what I've seen so far and do feel he's growing as he's getting more fitter and more confident. Whilst I wouldn't say go and buy him outright right now, I do think given the prices being bandied around for players, his price feels a fair one that we could visit at the end of the season if he's continued to kick on. Or we could pull the Italian trick on themselves and try to negotiate a better deal. He is part of the reason why I don't want us to panic buy this window in midfield if the right player isn't available. We have him here for the rest of the season, let's make sure we make the right decision with him at the end of it, whichever that may be. Fernando and Magic Lamps 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chelsea_4_eva 1,182 Posted January 6, 2023 Share Posted January 6, 2023 If he continues with these type of performances, he could be an easy pickup to replace RLC in the squad. Fernando and Strike 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mhsc 1,097 Posted January 6, 2023 Share Posted January 6, 2023 First game where he's looked fit to me. Interesting to see if he can crack on from here with consistency - the thing our team lacks badly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheHulk 2,447 Posted January 6, 2023 Share Posted January 6, 2023 If he keeps it up and we don't resign Kante and Jorginho might be worth to buy him on the cheap for depth. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Antonio8 736 Posted January 8, 2023 Share Posted January 8, 2023 what is the amount of his option to buy? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vesper 30,175 Posted January 8, 2023 Share Posted January 8, 2023 9 minutes ago, Antonio8 said: what is the amount of his option to buy? £26.4m Antonio8 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OneMoSalah 8,886 Posted January 8, 2023 Share Posted January 8, 2023 Shown flashes but if we are going to back Potter just give him the final say. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZAPHOD2319 4,818 Posted March 28, 2023 Share Posted March 28, 2023 Â dimmas and Stats 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hamilton 2,120 Posted August 13, 2023 Share Posted August 13, 2023 Â Vesper 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YorkshireBlue 3,277 Posted August 13, 2023 Share Posted August 13, 2023 3 hours ago, Hamilton said:  He was worth €20m all day long. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lucio 5,418 Posted August 13, 2023 Share Posted August 13, 2023 7 minutes ago, YorkshireBlue said: He was worth €20m all day long. Agreed , should have been played more and signed YorkshireBlue, LAM09 and Hamilton 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vesper 30,175 Posted December 26, 2023 Share Posted December 26, 2023 PROFILE | DENIS ZAKARIA – FROM A PERIPHERAL FIGURE AT Chelsea TO A KEY PERFORMER AT MONACO https://www.getfootballnewsfrance.com/2023/profile-denis-zakaria-from-a-peripheral-figure-at-Chelsea-to-a-key-performer-at-monaco/  Denis Zakaria amidst the frequent managerial changes and the chaos at Chelsea played a peripheral role last season. When he did play, he impressed, but as Thomas Tuchel, Graham Potter and then Frank Lampard all chopped and changed in the search for solutions to numerous problems, Zakaria was often overlooked. The Swiss international only played 721 minutes last season, and so he would have been forgiven for looking off the pace when he completed a summer switch to AS Monaco. However, that has not been the case. With 997 minutes already under his belt, more than he had in the entirety of last season, Zakaria has established himself as a key and versatile element in this Monaco side. His prior relationship with Adi Hütter, with whom he worked at Borussia Mönchengladbach, certainly facilitated his rapid integration, but what Zakaria has done since his arrival is nonetheless impressive. Amidst a defensive crisis, the former Juventus midfielder was asked to fill in in the middle of Les Monégasques’ back three. He isn’t a centre-back by trade, but you wouldn’t know, and in some games early this season, Zakaria was Monaco’s most convincing and composed centre-back. An instant adaptation under a familiar manager However, there is no doubt that Zakaria’s best qualities are highlighted when he is given more freedom higher up the pitch. His press resistance, which caught the eye in the Premier League last season, has translated into Ligue 1 too, and his ability to beat the press with just one touch has become an indispensable tool to help Monaco progress up the field. His defensive positioning and intelligence also frees Youssouf Fofana to be more expressive and attacking and he is therefore the reason that Monaco’s midfield has a good balance this season. There were doubts as to whether Zakaria would have to battle for his place at Monaco, given the arrival of Mohamed Camara the previous summer for decent money. However, the Swiss international has quickly asserted himself as the first choice alongside Fofana, with whom a great partnership is blossoming. With Fofana persistently linked with a departure from Monaco, Zakaria could become the main man in Hütter’s midfield going forward. At 27 years old, he is in his prime and should he remain at the Principality club, you could easily see him establishing himself as one of the best midfielders in Ligue 1 for years to come. lucio 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lucio 5,418 Posted December 26, 2023 Share Posted December 26, 2023 Clearly should have been retained , strong and Experienced player. Played well whenever given a chance last season , was just injured too much Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lucio 5,418 Posted December 26, 2023 Share Posted December 26, 2023 20m euros 😂 fuck boehly and eggbert Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blue Armour 4,439 Posted December 26, 2023 Share Posted December 26, 2023 15 minutes ago, lucio said: 20m euros 😂 fuck boehly and eggbert Instead we signed Lesley Ugochukwu for a higher fee. Why? Younger, and commands less wages. Pointless signing. Given that we have both Lavia and Caicedo, none of whom are yet the finished product. bigbluewillie and lucio 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OneMoSalah 8,886 Posted December 26, 2023 Share Posted December 26, 2023 Not bothered. Wasn’t exactly outstanding here and rarely played so winging about him now because hes doing well at Monaco is just typical for on here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir Mikel OBE 4,920 Posted December 26, 2023 Share Posted December 26, 2023 (edited) 1 hour ago, OneMoSalah said: Not bothered. Wasn’t exactly outstanding here and rarely played so winging about him now because hes doing well at Monaco is just typical for on here. Im more bothered why he wasnt able to be outstanding for us.  Youth with potential should be able to realize it here. Edited December 26, 2023 by Sir Mikel OBE Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheHulk 2,447 Posted December 26, 2023 Share Posted December 26, 2023 (edited) Don't mind this, who cares if he plays good for Monaco now, reminder Disasi and Badiashile came from Monaco as well and one is absolute crap the other remains to be seen but signs don't look good. Edited December 26, 2023 by TheHulk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robsblubot 3,595 Posted December 27, 2023 Share Posted December 27, 2023 (edited) Bakayoko was also king at Monaco... apparently first touch isn't a requirement over there. 😆 Frankly, he struggled in the PL and then dropped a tier or two to find his game. Oldest tale in football. BTW, contrary to Bakayoko his skill was good, but he was so so slow... no surprise he'd struggle in the PL. Edited December 27, 2023 by robsblubot Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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