I can't disagree, right now he's a decent backup player but naturally not a starter in Juve. In a show in Sweden he spoke about his future and the guy who interviewed him tried to convince him to stay in Juve (he's a Juve fan). Anyway, Ekdal didn't need any convincing and was determined to try his best and succeed in Juve.
I think he can become a very good rotational player for Juve. Maybe not a starter but a interesting backup, perhaps third of fourth choice. Right now I rate Vidal, Marchisio, Pirlo and (maybe) Pazienza higher but after next season I might rate him higher. It all depends on how he develops. He's a smart player with no real speciality and I think this is why he isn't that popular. A younger Marchisio but with more leadership in him and maybe a bit less running deep. I'm curious of what he can become. Right know I consider him a bit too shy on the pitch, he needs be more resolute and he needs to be played in a role he can succeed.