PhezTHFC
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I have zero knowledge of this guy. Whats his position and skill set
Keita Baldé Diao
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Spurrific
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To be fair, I don't know that much either. I've only seen a couple full games last season of Lazio's and in each of them he was the best player on the pitch. I'm sure there are many posters on here that know more about him than I do.
He's a winger, but I believe he can also play as a striker and did so last season at times. He's fast, can dribble, has good vision for a pass, can cross and whilst his finishing can be a bit erratic he does get goals. He reminds me of what Mane looked like when he was at RB Salzburg, not sure if that's just because they're both Senegalese.
There are big question marks over his attitude, but I think he has a lot of the attributes we need from an attacker and I think, given his contract situation, he'd be well worth a punt.
Guntz
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He's not as direct and quick as Mane, but definitely more skilful with a better eye for goal imo.
SpartanSpur
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On the pitch this guy looks the bollocks and would be perfect for what we need. Pacey, direct, scored 16 league goals last season. Former Barca academy player so will have decent technical grounding too. I guess Poch would have to meet with him to determine if he could fit into our ethos IF a deal was possible.
We could do a lot worse if this was our Italian shopping.
We could do a lot worse if this was our Italian shopping.
samsonlevi
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I am struggling to remember who JJ has poo poo'd and hasn't.
Has he said anything about this guy?
Has he said anything about this guy?
dagraham
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I know nothing about this guy, but from everyone's description he sounds just what we need. Doesn't seem to be attracting the attention of the money bag clubs either and seems available for a reasonable fee. It all makes perfect sense.........
........which unfortunately means that it won't happen.
........which unfortunately means that it won't happen.
dagraham
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JJ seems to be poo pooing a lot at the moment (maybe he's had some dodgy curries
).The only players he hasn't are Barkley and Perrera.
richard_gleeson
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But might mean we sign the rubbish teammate of his...
dagraham
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I can't wait.
NYSpur
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Definite talent but this article scares me if true.
http://www.espnfc.us/club/lazio/112...houldnt-overspend-on-lazio-winger-keita-balde
http://www.espnfc.us/club/lazio/112...houldnt-overspend-on-lazio-winger-keita-balde
JUSTINSIGNAL
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JJ hasn't poo poo'd this but tbh most on here, including myself, wrote him off as a target as he seemed nailed on for Inter.
absolutely no chance this bloke signs for us whilst poch is manager, if this article is true.
dagraham
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Hmmm, that is a little concerning. Sounds a bit like a certain other much loved striker we had a while back
. One thing is for sure, if the majority of fans want us to stay away from Mahrez due to his perceived character, then we shouldn't touch this guy with a barge pole.
spurslenny
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Oh goody. A link to yet another player we won't be signing
Shame really as sounds like the kind of player people really want this summer. His attitude wouldn't get him anywhere round here, but interesting that the article does note considerable improvement recently. Bearing in mind we are unlikely to sign first teamers as such, may be a project there.Hmmm, that is a little concerning. Sounds a bit like a certain other much loved striker we had a while back
One thing is for sure, if the majority of fans want us to stay away from Mahrez due to his perceived character, then we shouldn't touch this guy with a barge pole.
dagraham
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He sounds like he's got all the attributes to succeed in the PL. I've been one of the few to advocate signing Mahrez, so it would be interesting to see whether those not wanting Mahrez would happily overlook this guys attitude, which actually seems far worse.
JUSTINSIGNAL
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Hmm reading the article about him he doesn't sound like the kind of character we want at the club. It's a shame as he's clearly talented, but with that attitude I don't see him fully realising his potential.
SpartanSpur
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The original JJetset@jetsetyid
My
hasn't melted yet
#potentialmeltdown
1:22 AM - 26 Jul 2017
Hoping he's referring to Keita Balde (or Patrick Shick).
Edit - Tagged @Archibald&Crooks FYI
My
1:22 AM - 26 Jul 2017
Hoping he's referring to Keita Balde (or Patrick Shick).
Edit - Tagged @Archibald&Crooks FYI
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