Player Watch - Sergio Reguilón (Brentford)

[mil1lion]

Perisic is number 1 choice now. I think Sess has shown he is just as capable and probably better suited to wing back than Reguilon. Add to that his homegrown status I can understand why Reg is the one being sold. He is far too wasteful and just as injury prone as Sess. I also wonder what he's like in training since he was vocal about how hard it is training under Conte. Maybe he's just not cut out for it.

 

[al_pacino]

Unfortunately he's really not got any better since he's been here. He seems to panic in at either end of the pitch resulting in rushed clearances at one end and nothing crosses and poor decision making at the other. We all remember his great cross for that Kane diving header but since then that opposition have been relegated and promoted again and he's not produced another in all that time.

 

[Aphex]

I personally think Reguillon has all the traits to be a greatwing back for us. Can't understand it. He's fast, has a decent cross and loads of stamina. Definitely better defensively than Sess and still young enough to develop.

Conte knows more about football than me but I still find this baffling. Unless they know something about sessegnons injury record and it getting better I think we' re risking a lot keeping him as number 1 choice.

Is he? Not for me. Sess had Salah in his pocket last season. Reguilon to me was frequently a liability defensively. His positioning is awful. Also, Sess has composure in the final third which Reguilon lacks. Sess is also a better more natural finisher.

Sess has alot of improving to do still, but his best games last season were IMO considerably higher than I think I have seen from Reguilon in his entire time here.

Reguilon, the facts are, has never once properly convinced.

Sess showed more improvement last season, has a higher ceiling, is HG and also suits WB better, and Conte clearly thinks that too.

 

[spids]

I personally think Reguillon has all the traits to be a greatwing back for us. Can't understand it. He's fast, has a decent cross and loads of stamina. Definitely better defensively than Sess and still young enough to develop.

Conte knows more about football than me but I still find this baffling. Unless they know something about sessegnons injury record and it getting better I think we' re risking a lot keeping him as number 1 choice.

Perisic?

 

[worcestersauce]

I think it's quite simple really, Conte believes Sessegnon has all the attributes to play the role he wants in that position and Reguillon doesn't.
We do need to let players go and he is wanted by Sevilla so it's that simple.
Over the years players have had to be pretty damn poor for us to get rid of them but we're now at the stage where we have to let good players go because we want better and we've got to get used to it.

 

[kremlyn]

It was obvious last year that Reg didn't have the necessary finishing skills to thrive for Conte. That said he was getting into great positions. His pace will be missed but I suspect he has too much to learn to be an effective LWB.

 

[Bluto Blutarsky]

I personally think Reguillon has all the traits to be a greatwing back for us. Can't understand it. He's fast, has a decent cross and loads of stamina. Definitely better defensively than Sess and still young enough to develop.

Conte knows more about football than me but I still find this baffling. Unless they know something about sessegnons injury record and it getting better I think we' re risking a lot keeping him as number 1 choice.

I think it’s a simple as: Conte does not trust Regi not to lose games.

Conte understands the universal truth that defense wins championships. And he has often said that he wants players who understand that even in games you “cannot win” you “must not lose.”

I think Regi can be a little fast and loose with the ball and positioning- in the wrong moments. So while I think he has the physical tools Conte wants, he does not have the mental toughness that Conte demands.

 

[Timberwolf]

Unfortunately he's really not got any better since he's been here. He seems to panic in at either end of the pitch resulting in rushed clearances at one end and nothing crosses and poor decision making at the other. We all remember his great cross for that Kane diving header but since then that opposition have been relegated and promoted again and he's not produced another in all that time.

I think we need to hope he keeps improving and developing his game. He only just turned 22 and both Rose and Walker were still pretty raw and mistake-prone at this age, before massively coming on when they were around 23-24. Fingers crossed Sess can do the same.

 

[chas vs dave]

I don't rate him. He seems too erratic. I hear people talk about him being good defensively, I'd argue that sess is better and shows more stability.

 

[usspur]

In fantasy land we would loan him out until Conte leaves (which is inevitable) and the new manager prefers four at the back. Him and Sess in two (three) years' time could be a great pairing if they both continue to improve.

 

[WiganSpur]

I personally think Reguillon has all the traits to be a greatwing back for us. Can't understand it. He's fast, has a decent cross and loads of stamina. Definitely better defensively than Sess and still young enough to develop.

Conte knows more about football than me but I still find this baffling. Unless they know something about sessegnons injury record and it getting better I think we' re risking a lot keeping him as number 1 choice.

In Conte's system I think final third decision making and composure is more important than the technical ability and crossing, Reguilon doesn't have that, same with Emerson. Personally I think Sessegnon is very underrated defensively too, he's improved massively in that regard. Agree on the injuries, but that's why we brought Perisic in.

 

[yellowbean]

If finances weren't a factor i'd personally keep him. Sessegnon has awful luck with injuries and as much as i love perisic he will likely have to play a world cup midseason at 33. As fit as he is that will be some strain to add to your first PL season.

 

[14/04/91]

Unfortunately he's really not got any better since he's been here. He seems to panic in at either end of the pitch resulting in rushed clearances at one end and nothing crosses and poor decision making at the other. We all remember his great cross for that Kane diving header but since then that opposition have been relegated and promoted again and he's not produced another in all that time.

I think this the key point, lack of improvement. Compare him to Doherty and Royal; they adapted to Conte's system & methods and their performances improved significantly. Indeed in Royal's case it was a new league and new position; I thought he was nothing short of hopeless but he turned it around. They both performed consistently well during the latter stages of the season and appear to have won Conte's trust.

Couple this with the fact he will have suitors, could bring in funds and isn't homegrown - it makes sense.

 

[14/04/91]

If finances weren't a factor i'd personally keep him. Sessegnon has awful luck with injuries and as much as i love perisic he will likely have to play a world cup midseason at 33. As fit as he is that will be some strain to add to your first PL season.

He'll only play a handful of games at the World Cup during a 5 week spell. That won't be an issue.
He'll need to be managed at other times during the season but I'm sure between him and Conte, that won't be a problem.

But I get your point that there could well be times when both are unavailable - although Doherty can fill in there, especially as we (currently) have 3 other RWB options. Let's just hope that only needs to be on the odd occasion.

 

[Freddie]

Yeah I can't speak for everyone but I know for sure that it's very quiet my end. The only thing I heard which is common knowledge already was that the club are working on deals out now (not because we need the money), as we need to streamline the squad a little before looking at bringing in a couple more. I'll be shocked if Winks, Tanganga, Lo Celso, Ndombele and Reguilon aren't all gone by the close of the window as they have no future with us whatsoever.

Players like Rodon, Emerson & Doherty also could go if we receive an offer we deem acceptable but Conte is happy to have them all around if not. With Lucas as another option at RWB, either of Emerson or Doherty are expendable.

Anyway, although it may he quiet and a bit boring at the moment, it's so refreshing to do business early as big clubs should to avoid the 'exciting' panic buying we've historically seen.

Once again, we are in exceptionally good hands, Conte is delighted with the business we've done and this is only just the beginning.

My issue re Reguilon isn't really his merits vs Sess (personally I think Sess is vastly overrated on here when he finally puts in a solid performance, but I don't think Reguilon is a world beater either). I'm just surprised that he's been deemed to have no future with us whatsoever when others (namely Emerson) are just seen as indispensable if we get a good offer.

 

[Ben1]

I personally think Reguillon has all the traits to be a greatwing back for us. Can't understand it. He's fast, has a decent cross and loads of stamina. Definitely better defensively than Sess and still young enough to develop.

Conte knows more about football than me but I still find this baffling. Unless they know something about sessegnons injury record and it getting better I think we' re risking a lot keeping him as number 1 choice.

The defensive point is incredibly questionable.

The crossing has only been seen in very limited doses.

The stamina and pace argument is good, but I don't think it truly counts for much if you can do very little at the end of it. Reggy flopping for a pen rather than even attempting a shot on multiple occasions probably doesn't help his case.

I actually like Reg and agree he could improve, but Sessegnon is HG and in the same rough diamond stage as Reg, whilst Perisic is the guy. Can't keep waiting for players to maybe come good.

 

[Guernman]

I think Conte's approach to the PL is to prioritise a certain physical presence. Every player we have bought in two windows now is over 6 foot. I felt that Reguilon would be at the back of the queue purely because he is too light weight. Gil as well. They are good footballers but hardly imposing units.

We have some fantastic technicians, but now we also have athletes who will frankly intimidate opposition. When the friendly against Sevilla started to get really rough, my initial reaction was to worry about our players getting injured. Then I looked at the team we had out there and thought, well if you really want to start playing rough with these boys, Sevilla, then good luck to you

 

[DodgyLasagne]

It could be all of the things listed above, i don’t think Conte trusts his composure nor his strength/fitness to be a #1 wingback over the season.

But more than anything I think the financial and regulatory realities of Sess being HG and Regi being Spanish plays a big role as well.

might just be Occam’s Razor, the reason he seems to be off is that he is one of the few players who will fetch guaranteed dosh, as there is documented interest in him. I’m sure we’d sell just about every back-up we have if the right offer came in, it just happens to be coming in for Reguilon.

 

[rossdapep]

I have to admit, I was surprised at his technical ability as I was expecting much better. He often takes loose touches and looks a little erratic when running with the ball. Not too mention he often plays that 'no-look' pass inside which often goes to the opposition.

Conte needs someone who the ball can 'stick to' a bit more in construction and play through a press. Not sure Reguilon is great at this.

He would be better in a team who play much more on the front foot and press high as his energy would suit that and he'e get more time and space for passes

 

[dude573]

He was at his best under Jose in a flat back four. He hasn't made a good transition to a back five.

I think his sudden and harsh omission is simply due to the fact that he produces so little in Conte's system - he doesn't have the composure to be a goal scoring wingback and he too regularly makes the wrong decision in a cross or a pass.

Regardless of Sess' injuries/confidence, he came into the team and after a run of games he started contributing to attacks in ways Regulion simply hasn't. I would imagine Perisic to be first choice with Sess as the understudy and Doherty on cover for potential injuries.

Regulion has good stock and could make a tidy profit for the club. Shame though, he looks like a great lad and clearly cares about Spurs.