2024/25 Idrissa Gueye

[Toffeyman123]

The heartbeat of the team, as important as the Branthwaite deal

 

[pfim]

A 1+1 is absolutely the best deal we could've given him as a club as well. Happy with that.

Agreed.

 

[FinchFarmBlue]

Still remember his debut! He’s a close third to Ilyman and Pickford as our key player.

We always suggest Coleman, Cahill etc as our best vfm signings, but Idrissa's stats are to borrow a Bbbby M saying 'Phenomenal' year on year.

 

[Drico]

….of course players move with ambition, it’s their job but many seem to have a strong connection with the club. Doucoure in tears leaving, Andre Gomes and his family clearly emotional when they left.

I like the sentiment, but often it's because players know they won't ever reach a higher level. Once Everton has touched you...

 

[RomanReigns]

Maybe with his psg connections he can convince barcola and doue to sign for us

 

[BainesontoastNEW]

Maybe with his psg connections he can convince barcola and doue to sign for us

i have it on good authority that a certain Kylian Mbappe remembers Gana assisting him v Lorient back in 2022. If Mbappe doesn't start on Wednesday, he's ours

 

[Rita_Poon]

As a true believer from the off (A-HEM!) I for one welcome the continuation of our midfield overlord strutting his fancy stuff.

 

[Eggs]

 

[banno]

Gana and Branths staying is massive for us

 

[Bryan+]

player of the season for me last year, had a bit of a wobble early on - but he seems to be as fit as someone half his age, not sure how he manages it, the lad is in unbelievable shape for someone of his age and how many games he plays?

 

[Lob]

He will be even better with more quality players around him. All heading in the right direction.

 

[ElGato]

player of the season for me last year, had a bit of a wobble early on - but he seems to be as fit as someone half his age, not sure how he manages it, the lad is in unbelievable shape for someone of his age and how many games he plays?

The geezer is everywhere, every minute

Last ten mins and you see him harrying the opposition in their own half, then breaking up attacks on the edge of our box a minute later

Clean living!

Gone are the days when players are past it once they reach 30. With the progression in sports science (especially nutrition) and individuals' commitment to professionalism (aka no fags and booze) these guys can go until they are 40

 

[Rita_Poon]

The geezer is everywhere, every minute

Last ten mins and you see him harrying the opposition in their own half, then breaking up attacks on the edge of our box a minute later

Clean living!

Gone are the days when players are past it once they reach 30. With the progression in sports science (especially nutrition) and individuals' commitment to professionalism (aka no fags and booze) these guys can go until they are 40

This turned up in the tennis yesterday re the college system and player burn out. The steady introduction via the u.s. college system is expected to become the norm, where players gradually work their way into the pro ranks and are more prepared long term for the demands of such a career. Where once the worlds best were retiring in their mid 20's, pro's now are playing on into their late 30's.
Nutrition, all the medical available, ultra clean living, rest, it is paying off across all sports. Though there is one outlier, cycling, winners are getting younger. Once unheard of.

 

[Bedfordblue]

Jus to double down on the confirmation of Gana’s signing, he’s been spotted at BMD / Dicky Hill in the new kit.

 

[Timbucktoo]

Jus to double down on the confirmation of Gana’s signing, he’s been spotted at BMD / Dicky Hill in the new kit.
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Everyone else that we have seen inside the stadium is wearing a high viz and a hard hat, except him and the lad with the camera.