I don't think people are changing their mind. It's more like that we expected Molinaro to perform at some level. He didn't perform last season, however, this season he's okay. Our standards have not changed, Molinaro has.
He has the skills, all he needs is experience. With a bit of luck, him and Momo could be the best midfield duo in the world. Impossible to beat, and at the same time capable of some good attacking play.
:agree: You don't see him much, because his job is mainly defensive, but when you watch him closely, you'll see that he rarely gets beaten and doesn't lose easy balls.