Official: Mohamed Sissoko to Juve (3 Viewers)
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Sissoko is very good. Anyone who saw how he manhandled those Barca midifield would be impressed. But more importantly, with Sissoko, its not so much what he is already, but what he can be. The boy has unbelievable agility, and with some more experience under his belt, which include being more timely in his tackle, the sky could be his limit. Rino is arguably the best midfielder in the world with combination of his workrate, heart, and a bit of skill (He can play contrary to common perception). Sissoko has potential to be nearly as effect or perhaps even better.
Then why did Milan sell Viera to Arsenal? And why did we sell Henry to Arsenal? And why did Inter give away Seedorf and Pirlo to Milan?
Just because the opposition wants to sell doesnt mean he isnt very good, especially if it involves relatively big club like Liverpool. These teams needs instance success and the matter of fact is Mascherano, Xabi, Gerrard are all more matured player than Sissoko. What matters from our perspective is not just what Sissoko can bring, but what he can offer in the future. Our primary aim should be building a young squad that can make CL this year with a view to fighting big honours in 3 years time. Sissoko fits the bill IMO.
Just because the opposition wants to sell doesnt mean he isnt very good, especially if it involves relatively big club like Liverpool. These teams needs instance success and the matter of fact is Mascherano, Xabi, Gerrard are all more matured player than Sissoko. What matters from our perspective is not just what Sissoko can bring, but what he can offer in the future. Our primary aim should be building a young squad that can make CL this year with a view to fighting big honours in 3 years time. Sissoko fits the bill IMO.
Well we do. From what I have seen, I am impressed by Jean Claude Makoun and Sissoko. They have different characteristics, so how to incorporate them into the system, will matter greatly, but give them a role suited for their style, and I feel both Sissoko and Makoun could contribute greatly to our season. Youngsters are always underrated, especially the ones playing in lower level of competition, because they don't get the media exposure that high profile players do, and there is general tendency of people to overvalue what they know instead of looking for all alternatives. That is why, as I have said numerous times, scouting matters so much. Forget about likes of Nani et al, as they are many great youngsters who havent (1) been given the chance and (2) develop later in their career. That is why likes of Corvino gives great value to their team contrast to Moratti, whoever running Newcastle, Caldron et al.
Zanetti has vast experience and should be able to hold his ground in Serie A. I am not sure about Paro and Marchiso, but I think one of them would be good for rotational set up. That leaves with two places in the midfield. Anyway, I disagree with the press report that Juve need a leader at midfield. Camoranesi and Nedved are players of great charisma, and presence. What is the point of adding another 30+ in the middle of the park? Camo and Pavel are at stage of career, we shouldnt be surprised if they run a bit less and become slower in the coverage. That is why I think Sissoko is a good buy. He is quick as hell, and extremly aggressive. This should enable Nedved and Camo to play further up the field, because of the speed of Sissoko backing up. Personally, I would pick Lucho Gonzalez than Diego if we play traditional 4-4-2 system, because the Argentine has more workrate than the Brazilian. But playing 4-3-1-2 formation with Diego is also a fascinating prospect. And I wouldnt rule out buying Van der Vaart or Malouda, Makoun and Sissoko and play 4-2-3-1 system.
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