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[spuz 143]

Just because he's 17, doesn't mean he shouldn't be given his chances. If he's good enough, play him.

You've changed your tune.

If he doesn't start against Everton a week on Saturday, Carlo better sort himself out.

We'll be chasing Evertons shadows and being over run again. Carlo probably thought we did well so will stick with it.

[LDN Blue 7,903]

You've changed your tune.

I told you, you guys made some good points (when not spammed with :goodpost: or ) haha

[Badboy 1,526]

He needs a loan like Jack Wilshere did for a whole season were he plays week in week out, he can not play week in week out for us it will damage him. At Bolton Jack Wilshere did not need to worry about making mistakes and he learned a lot, a bit like what Danny is doing at Bolton. I want Josh to go on loan for the whole of next season with someone like Sunderland, look at what they have done with Danny Welbeck !

[Kostas 1,468]

No.

I've had my reality check regarding this club and youth development, think some need theirs.

[LDN Blue 7,903]

No.

I've had my reality check regarding this club and youth development, think some need theirs.

Care to expand?

[spuz 143]

No.

I've had my reality check regarding this club and youth development, think some need theirs.

I think the question is do You think he should get a chance?

If the question was will Carlo give him a chance? Then my answer would be not a cat in hells chance.

I told you, you guys made some good points (when not spammed with :goodpost: or ) haha

Thanks. :goodpost: I can't help the :worship: when I see so many others do it.

It's good to see you're seeing sense. A couple more losses and I think you'll be calling for Carlo's head on a plate.

[BlueLion. 21,491]

Eldo has a valid point. As much as you all, I'd like to see Josh do great things for the club, but everything must come gradually, he must earn a spot not just storm in as a boy wonder. He is 17 and not the bulkiest, and strength is something you need in EPL. As fragile as our state is atm, we better not start experimenting with youngsters. At the moment, im more than sure that experienced players will come more handy. I agree on Josh having a great technique and all that but let's say he makes a big mistake that costs us the game, he will be shattered - physically and mentally , grats thats one less potential star for Chelsea.

I think for this season getting runouts and living into the first team squad will do, perhaps give just a bit more playing time , but other than that i think he is coming along just great. The next season is another story and im sure he will get more regular playing time. Just be patient, because in the end of the day - less is more. KTBFFH

I disagree. The Premier League isn't all about who can push who around, and frankly, there are thinner players than Josh who don't get pushed and pulled around in this league. In fairness, he's had his fair share of physical tussles and he has used his guile and skill to his benefit. Makelele was never the strongest, and he, in my view, is the greatest midfielder to wear the Chelsea shirt in my lifetime.

[Slam Dunk 1,442]

I disagree. The Premier League isn't all about who can push who around, and frankly, there are thinner players than Josh who don't get pushed and pulled around in this league. In fairness, he's had his fair share of physical tussles and he has used his guile and skill to his benefit. Makelele was never the strongest, and he, in my view, is the greatest midfielder to wear the Chelsea shirt in my lifetime.

So true. IMO the defining factor of this league is the pace of the game and the pressure you're under from the other team (example, I was watching the Barca game the other night, and the time they were allowed on the ball was incredible.) As i said previously, Josh seems to have the unique ability to create some space for himself when under pressure, Carlo seems to have noticed that and this is why he tends to drop back to holding midfielder as he can spot a pass, switch the play and create space. He looks like he can handle himself in a challenge, maybe he's been taking lessons from Ramires?

[ZanSnake 1,211]

I don't see why not he can't play an hour against weak sided teams like Wigan if players with experience like Lampard are also in the team. I am not syaing play him eveytime, just the teams that are in the worse positions in the table.

[Miguelito 459]

for me its a yes he should get more time

so hes not that big? but he is so smart and knows how to avoid unnecessary challenges and how to get away from them. he can get stuck in some also. IMO if your good enough your old enough.

and his attitude and composure shows he can take some criticism if it comes.

not saying he should start every game but atleast get some more time. we need someone who can control the ball and get it forward and he seems like he can. lastly i think carlo is putting him in the right position as a deep playmaker. if he can mould him there he could be amazing at that position

[eldo 868]

Surely not. Premier league is one of 'dirtiest' leagues. Players are being pushed and tackled hard.

In Spain you don't see that.

Josh has fantastic abilities. But he needs to mature and to work more before he takes mutch important role in our team.

[Madmax 9,219]

Honestly I like how Carlo's been handling him, giving him decent play time while not pressurizing him too much. A couple more starts wouldn't hurt though.

[Luke 60]

Im very excited about seeing more of Josh, he is an excellent prospect for us, his vision, reading of the game, first touch and passing is excellent.

I do believe Carlo's handling of him is spot on, Josh will be learning every day on the training pitch, and his 20 mins here, 30 mins there are giving him valuable experience.

Personally I'd like to see him start a game or two before the end of the season, he is an exciting player to watch, his movement is excellent.

Next season will be where he is challenging for a place in the first team, either that or go out on loan to a mid table team.

Either way, we have a gem on our hands.

[LDN Blue 7,903]

Surely not. Premier league is one of 'dirtiest' leagues. Players are being pushed and tackled hard.

In Spain you don't see that.

Josh has fantastic abilities. But he needs to mature and to work more before he takes mutch important role in our team.

No that's just Wenger's version of the Premier League

But that still a pointless argument, we know Josh is more than capable of handling himself out there, he's done it against bigger defenders than him and still come away with the ball. This kid took on Chris Samba

[eldo 868]

No that's just Wenger's version of the Premier League

But that still a pointless argument, we know Josh is more than capable of handling himself out there, he's done it against bigger defenders than him and still come away with the ball. This kid took on Chris Samba

Hahah.