Well for one he needs to play higher up the pitch. Two, people need to understand he is not a pirlo esque-player. And three I think he needs good players around him. But you can't forgive him for playing so badly. Also keep in mind guys it's easier to look good (Melo) when your team is on there back heels 24/7. Where as with Aquilani we barely get on the attack. Part of the blame needs to be shouldered on him, pirlo had the ability to calm his team down and always showed to keep possession. Aquilani just hides