How do you solve a problem like Arteta

Del · January 16, 2011

After todays pedestrian display by Mikel i was just wondering what peoples thoughts where on how to get him firing on all cylinders again

I know Moyes was quoted as saying "form is temp class is permanent" but how long can he stick with a badly out of form player

RFUS · January 16, 2011

He needs to play in a new position. He needs change. Perhaps spearheading a midfield triangle with Felli and Rodwell/Osman, on the right or at the top of a 4-1-2-1-2 diamond. I don't know, but right now he's getting worse each game, and Moyes is changing nothing.

Or drop him.

BlueTak · January 16, 2011

Fellaini can't keep having to carry him each game, time to drop him I think.

I'd replace him with Osman.

Gwladys Nights · January 16, 2011

Today was one of his better performances of the season but still far from what he's capable of. Thought he tired noticably late on as well. Maybe moving him into a position where he has less time on the ball could get his brain ticking again. Could be an option down the left with Pienaar going, let Rodwell and Fellaini continue the partnership they were threatening to develop against City and Chelsea.

Summerskin · January 16, 2011

Time for Big Dunc to kidnap his missus and tell her to let Mikel have his way with her again.

Problem solved.

TheBlueGibbon · January 16, 2011

At the moment, I think we have to drop him, let him get some rest and bring him back in in a few weeks time. I'd say play Rodwell instead alongside Fellaini, as Fellaini can't keep carrying him and Rodwell will at least put a shift in even if he isn't playing particularly well.

Rugby Toffee · January 16, 2011

Perhaps players should move for him more...today the ****e did a number on Coleman n Baines so our out ball was limited..but yes it was crablike

Del · January 16, 2011

RadioFriendlyUnitShifter said:
He needs to play in a new position. He needs change. Perhaps spearheading a midfield triangle with Felli and Rodwell/Osman, on the right or at the top of a 4-1-2-1-2 diamond. I don't know, but right now he's getting worse each game, and Moyes is changing nothing.

Or drop him.

I see what your saying about a new position but your then altering the team just to suit around his bad form

chicoazul · January 16, 2011

Drop him for a few games.

RFUS · January 16, 2011

everton_del_vina_del_mar said:
I see what your saying about a new position but your then altering the team just to suit around his bad form

We don't have a consistent formation though at the moment, really. I mean if we did, and we were flying up the table, fair enough. As it stands though we're struggling, and when on form Arteta is our best player, so it would be a shame not to try everything.

zimblue · January 16, 2011

Stick him on the left, he can link up with Baines.

RFUS · January 16, 2011

zimblue said:
Stick him on the left, he can link up with Baines.

I actually don't think that's a bad idea. Osman in the center, Arteta on the left, is better than the reverse at the moment imo.

little curly alan ball · January 16, 2011

everton_del_vina_del_mar said:
After todays pedestrian display by Mikel i was just wondering what peoples thoughts where on how to get him firing on all cylinders again

I know Moyes was quoted as saying "form is temp class is permanent" but how long can he stick with a badly out of form player

Sorry , kid , but I disagree .

2nd half he allowed Screechio to wreak havoc cause HE WAS THE GUVNOR .Left / Right , Forwards . Arteta did OK . WE DID OK .

Our Goalie cost us 2 goals FROM NOWHERE today .

You CAN'T do THAT AT GREY SKULL .

End of , btw ....

Lovin' your Avatar an' your tag though ...

Welcome , lad .

Del · January 16, 2011

little curly alan ball said:
Sorry , kid , but I disagree .

2nd half he allowed Screechio to wreak havoc cause HE WAS THE GUVNOR .Left / Right , Forwards . Arteta did OK . WE DID OK .

Our Goalie cost us 2 goals FROM NOWHERE today .

You CAN'T do THAT AT GREY SKULL .

End of , btw ....

Lovin' your Avatar an' your tag though ...

Welcome , lad .

I agree with some parts but Mikel just goes missing for large patches, i know what your saying about him dropping so Big hair can Boss the game but Mikel is a quality player and this season it just hasent shown

You saying himself and the team where OK is the same problem we have had all season against lower quality teams like today he was well just OK

The Howard thing i couldent agree more great shot stopper but his decision making is suspect and i swear hes superglued to that ****ing line of his

Also cheers for the welcome lid