Too inconsistent and frequently injured; I would hardly call him our most important and influential player! Buffon, Chiellini, Sissoko, and Marchisio are more important. We need to start looking for his replacement.
What I meant was that apart from Sissoko, he is the next guy I would like to see on the field RIGHT NOW. I am sick and tired of players like Salihamidzic, De Ceglie or Grosso trying to cross and see all their crosses with a molinaro-effect. The guy can dribble an opponent when necessary, can also defend well and can score a goal for a change.
With the formation/s we are using, we definitely need a 'true' right-winger. I'm not saying he's not inconsistent, everyone knows that he is. But when he is up to it, he can really change the game. I agree that soon we have to find a replacement, but he definitely has 1/2 years more in him, even if on the bench.
If it was not for his injuries and temper, IMO he could really be one of the best wingers in Europe.