Ademola Lookman

[ToffeeTim]

A very eloquent way of saying, " who`s arsed ".

Exactly.

I also support NI. If we weren't allowed to take players with a Ma from Belfast or a Dad from Derry then we would be frigged lol

 

[COYBL25]

Exactly.

I also support NI. If we weren't allowed to take players with a Ma from Belfast or a Dad from Derry then we would be frigged lol

I`ve got a mate whose parents are from Pakistan, a mate whose parents are from India and mates who have Irish parents.

They " identify " with the countries that their parents were born in, as that`s part of the culture that they grew up with.

The Asian lads are cricket mad and support Pakistan and India, respectively and the lads who have Irish parents are rugby union mad and support Ireland.

But, the weird thing is, that they all support Ingerland when it comes to footy.

I`ve never really thought about it before, but to play for the country that your parents were born in, seems quite a natural thing to do to me ?

 

[Connor]

Dom King: Ademola Lookman ransacked Manchester City on his Everton debut but his latest display for England U21s is cause for concern

The image remains fresh in the mind. On a riotous afternoon at Goodison Park when Manchester City's defence had been ransacked, there was Ademola Lookman sliding on his knees, arms outstretched celebrating in front of the Gwladys Street.

Everton had been magnificent and skewered Pep Guardiola's side 4-0.

Lookman, who had just arrived from Charlton for £11million, put the gloss on the performance in injury time with a thumping finish. He had only been on the pitch for 60 seconds.

Lookman had been signed for the future but the instantaneous impact suggested he would become a thrilling part of the present. Only the special youngsters have the ability to do what he did that Sunday in January 2017.

Watching Lookman on Tuesday in the remote Latvian town of Jelgava, though, there was no frisson of excitement. As he laboured for England's Under 21s, running down dead ends and offering little, all you could feel was concern.

You wanted Lookman to make an impact, to score a goal and see him smile again, but the more he toiled, the more it became inevitable that he would not see out the 90 minutes. He left Aidy Boothroyd with no choice but to substitute him.

'He was nowhere near his best,' Boothroyd said diplomatically. 'He is a very talented player but when there is a lot of speculation - is he staying? Is he going? - it can get inside a player's head. He hasn't played the games.

'It is good that he came away and got 60 minutes. We talk about them getting game time but one of the things they must do is stay focused on what they are doing. Sometimes coming away with us can be a boost. I hope it is the case for Ade.'

The speculation to which Boothroyd referred, of course, was RB Leipzig's persistent pursuit of him through the summer. Everton were adamant he was not for sale and Marco Silva spoke frequently about Lookman's importance.

There comes a time, however, when words mean nothing and actions are all that matters. For the past month at Finch Farm, Lookman has made it clear he would rather be somewhere else and patience on this matter is not limitless.

He is evidently unsettled. Lookman has had trouble adjusting to life on Merseyside and his confidence was rattled during the brief period he worked with Sam Allardyce - he was desperate for opportunities but the former manager was unconvinced.

RB Leipzig offered sanctuary with an initial loan in January and if ever contentment off the field was mirrored in numbers on the pitch, digest the numbers from his spell in Germany to his career at Everton.

Since January 2017, Lookman has played 916 minutes in all competitions over 25 games, scoring three goals and providing one assist; five months in Germany yielded five goals and three assists from just 575 minutes.

Everton never gave credence to Leipzig's pursuit of Lookman in the summer because they never made an offer that gave Goodison's hierarchy reason to think they should do business. They also believe he can succeed.

For that to happen, there must be commitment on all sides. Everton need to coax back his belief but Lookman must recognise he also has to take responsibility and forget about Leipzig. Dwelling on what might have been makes no sense.

What also makes no sense is seeing a young player's fortunes wane. Lookman, an Under-20 World Cup winner, should be ready to take a thrilling step forward with his club and country, as ability is not an issue.

Instead, there is concern all around. What Lookman did for England in a Jelgava was no different to two recent substitute appearances for Everton against Huddersfield and Valencia.

It is time he took steps to change the narrative.

 

[billyblue80]

To be fair he's had no preseason but he needs to sort his head out.

 

[havrey0123]

Dom King: Ademola Lookman ransacked Manchester City on his Everton debut but his latest display for England U21s is cause for concern

Great bit of business keeping him, come January Leipzig will be in for him at half the price.

 

[Nymzee]

Article pretty much confirms he’s been a moody brat at FF all summer.

 

[granter79]

Hasn't played and needs a run of games . Usual agenda

 

[Ebbo]

well at least he's consistent. doing the same to England that he's doing to Everton. having a sulk and trying to push through a move to another team. He really has an over inflated sense of his own ability and entitlement. If he's not first pick he has a sulk. Wonder what he will do when he's on the bench for Liezpig and Nigeria.......
Someone really needs to tell him how football works. You knuckle down, put performances in, show you are motivated and want to improve, and you EARN your place in the team, based on performance.

just get rid.

 

[longers]

I love how everyone is so certain he's playing crap because he's sulking and that his lack of game time, fitness etc plays no part in it whatsoever.

 

[ValBlue]

Between the injuries we have and Richarlison’s suspension, this for me is Lookman’s last chance to show why Silva and Brands were so intent on keeping him - especially considering all of said wingers will be back for Arsenal and a starting place is much less of a guarantee
I really really want him to succeed here and am really hoping he tears the Hammers a new one but my gut is telling me it ain’t gonna happen

 

[BainesontoastNEW]

Now we know why he's sulking. He wants the opportunity to train in a tutu.

 

[Kidkojak]

If he doesn't play against West Ham with our Injuries currently he is gone January in my opinion.
I watched the England match he was woeful but i also know that he shows glimpses of sheer class but his head needs a massive wobble fingers crossed for him as i think if he gets it right he has all the ability to become a top top player.

 

[Eggs]

If he doesn't play against West Ham with our Injuries currently he is gone January in my opinion.
I watched the England match he was woeful but i also know that he shows glimpses of sheer class but his head needs a massive wobble fingers crossed for him as i think if he gets it right he has all the ability to become a top top player.

..history is littered with talented football who lack the application to fully exploit the gifts they have. Talent with attitude is the recipe.

 

[Nymzee]

If he doesn't play against West Ham with our Injuries currently he is gone January in my opinion.
I watched the England match he was woeful but i also know that he shows glimpses of sheer class but his head needs a massive wobble fingers crossed for him as i think if he gets it right he has all the ability to become a top top player.

I can’t see how he won’t at least make the bench due to injuries.

 

[deipnosophist]

He's well suited to be a driver in harness racing...then he could be sulky on a sulky.