He hasn't run the show against anybody ffs.
He was impressive against QPR, but 'astonishing talent' ? Deary me.
Some of the hyperbole regarding Barkley is cringe worthy.
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He hasn't run the show against anybody ffs.
He was impressive against QPR, but 'astonishing talent' ? Deary me.
Some of the hyperbole regarding Barkley is cringe worthy.
Papa Shango
Player Valuation: £70m
Is that QPR who went nearly went down and we lost to that day then?
Michael Branch had a few good games once, so did Cadamarteri. Give him time, if hes good enough he will come through. There is no way Moyes or any manager would leave a player out if he thought he was good enough to contribute straight away.
Training again... Give over. Hes better than Gueye and the rest IMO
Papa Shango
Player Valuation: £70m
Loads seem to think Oviedo looks great. Based on what im not so sure. A couple of minutes here and there. he will probably be a good squad man, just like Naismith.
kev101
Player Valuation: £25m
Don't worry, Sir Jimmy is thinking about them.
Even Jose Baxter had some good performances. I'm sure Barkley will be a name for us but people just need to be patient and not force it
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kev101
Player Valuation: £25m
Looks nice on the ball but has no idea of team play.
I agree with this to a certain extent mate. I do think he needs more game time and tonight was a perfect opportunity, especially when we were cruising. However we don't know all that goes on behind closed doors.
I saw him live for the first time back when Arteta was still with us. Every time we got the ball, every one of our players were looking for Barkely to give him the ball, including Arteta. I watched him like a hawk that day. His touch and movement were exceptional and he still looks a real prospect, but again we aren't privy to everything that's going on.
Hopefully he gets his chance at the club soon, but the way things are going this season (with so much at stake) I don't think Moyes will risk him.
Sure we can play him in the group stages of the CL next season once we've qualified top of the group
Mate you could go back into the vaults and probably find truckloads of posts from people declaring Rodwell to be Everton's central midfield lynchpin for the next decade. It happens with a lot of our young players ever since Rooney.
Another thing is to look at other clubs, City, Arsenal, Chelsea etc. How many of them are giving significant game time to 19 year old prospects ? Bearing in mind they generally have a stronger overall team to take up the slack than we do. Cleverley for example has only just come into United's team now, at the age of 23. Gibbs for Arsenal came into their squad around the age of 19, where Barkley is now.
Indeed, and the 17 year old debutant was by far and away the best player on the pitch on the day.
But he's "not ready" apparently.
See the bold bit? That isn't happening, and that is utterly crucial for a footballer's development.
I'm cringing at the people trying to link criticism of Barkley's handling into some sort of moan about a 5-1 win. They are completely separate issues.
Papa Shango
Player Valuation: £70m
Agreed. And if he doesnt he doesnt. Life goes on.
I think it's the fact Gueye and Hitz are getting the nod ahead of him that's prompting the questions.
Vellios will feel a tad aggrieved too no doubt.
Vellios will feel a tad aggrieved too no doubt.
evertondotcom
Player Valuation: £20m
kenada_blue
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Hes learning his trade. He went to Wednesday and every one of his games were watched by our coaches.
From there to the first team and how he trains, there must be something hes missing.
Is he cultured enough and reliable to play, like say Rodwell was at his age? Or is he a bit of a wildcard who needs to have his hand held who may produce the spectacular but also isnt reliable enough?
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