| The Fridge 08:45 - Jun 3 with 2921 views | TownieRob |
In the same vein, some believe Taylor may be better suited to the Premier League, and I share this opinion. Does anyone think Edmundson could also be better suited to the Premier League? He has been brought into the side when we have faced 'strong runners' at the expense of Woolfy. While I have no doubt we need another center-back, I wonder if we already have one in the building who could be well suited for the Premier League. |  | | |  |
| The Fridge on 08:52 - Jun 3 with 2844 views | LeoMuff |
Can’t see it myself, one who could be let go I would think, Portsmouth were interested in January. |  |
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| The Fridge on 08:59 - Jun 3 with 2798 views | DarkBrandon |
I like Edmondson, and he’s always played well on the (admittedly few) occasions I’ve seen him.
I wonder if we do need a new centre back.
With Wool, Fridge, Axel and Burgess in the squad that could be enough. I assume Axel will end up a centre back for us, not a full-back |  | | |
| The Fridge on 09:04 - Jun 3 with 2762 views | itfcjoe |
I think sometimes we as fans overthink these things, you'd imagine if he was better suited to the PL than someone then they'd also be better suited to the lower league than that person. |  |
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| The Fridge on 09:41 - Jun 3 with 2541 views | TownieRob |
| The Fridge on 09:04 - Jun 3 by itfcjoe |
I think sometimes we as fans overthink these things, you'd imagine if he was better suited to the PL than someone then they'd also be better suited to the lower league than that person. |
Interesting one. I saw others discuss Taylor being better suited to the Prem and it aligned with me believing that he perhaps has more attributes than lets say, Luongo to succeed in the Prem. Taller, better range of passing, faster, better ball striker.. I then thought about KMc bringing GE in against players like Delap etc. who you could consider is more akin to many PL strikers. | | | |
| The Fridge on 10:09 - Jun 3 with 2396 views | itfcjoe |
| The Fridge on 09:41 - Jun 3 by TownieRob |
Interesting one. I saw others discuss Taylor being better suited to the Prem and it aligned with me believing that he perhaps has more attributes than lets say, Luongo to succeed in the Prem. Taller, better range of passing, faster, better ball striker.. I then thought about KMc bringing GE in against players like Delap etc. who you could consider is more akin to many PL strikers. |
I've said the same re Taylor, and thought it re Edmundson, so am as guilty of it as anyone - but just think unless a player takes a big jump in physicality or game plan understanding then very rarely do they actually end up better at a higher level.
I think where Taylor may do well, is if we effectively play him as an 8/10 as we saw a bit towards end of season when he'd come on for Chaplin as we may need the extra body and the shape/set up changes | |
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| The Fridge on 10:17 - Jun 3 with 2357 views | lowhouseblue |
for me the player who is most likely to thrive in the premier league is woolfy. i would expect him to be starting for us even after additions. |  |
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| The Fridge on 10:32 - Jun 3 with 2236 views | GlasgowBlue |
I dint think he is quick enough or strong enough for the Premier League to be honest. |  |
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| The Fridge on 10:36 - Jun 3 with 2192 views | DJR |
| The Fridge on 09:41 - Jun 3 by TownieRob |
Interesting one. I saw others discuss Taylor being better suited to the Prem and it aligned with me believing that he perhaps has more attributes than lets say, Luongo to succeed in the Prem. Taller, better range of passing, faster, better ball striker.. I then thought about KMc bringing GE in against players like Delap etc. who you could consider is more akin to many PL strikers. |
I am not sure that Taylor has the technical ability to thrive at PL level but this is not to say that he won't make an impact in games if brought on. |  | | |
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| The Fridge on 10:39 - Jun 3 with 2144 views | unstableblue |
| The Fridge on 09:04 - Jun 3 by itfcjoe |
I think sometimes we as fans overthink these things, you'd imagine if he was better suited to the PL than someone then they'd also be better suited to the lower league than that person. |
Agree in the main, but do think the Premier League does offer differences over the Championship that mean players can have attributes that are better suited.
We’d often bring Edmundson in when the opposition attack was expected to be more central, on the floor and with pace. And that certainty sounds more like the Premier League, where aerial bombardment really isn’t common.
I also think McKenna may change how we play and formation. I like the idea of a deeper ten, who drops into a central midfield 3 when we’re going deeper, but can break forward. That suits Taylor more than Chaplin.
I’m not sure Taylor is good enough. But I like his energy, longer pass and shot. And to be honest has he really settled into a rhythm at Town yet?
Another consideration is that one of our 24 or 25 year olds may just find a new gear, a new level as they mature and get fired up for the Premier League. I thought Broadhead was mixed last season, but showed flashes of brilliance - as shown in his recent Insta show reel. I think he’ll thrive in Premier League with that extra bit of space through the lines he may get, as town become a more counter attacking side.
Anyway, my thoughts for what it’s worth. |  |
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| The Fridge on 10:42 - Jun 3 with 2111 views | wkj |
I've always like Fridge and thought he was the stronger out of himself and burgess for the longest time. I think his injury form has not helped and probably gave Burgess much more time on the grass with KM, and to develop his game.
That said, I don't think I could see him better suited to the premier league. Out of all our areas, that is where I think we will need some very solid recruitment over the summer. I don't want to say Wolfie isn't up to it, because we've been proven wrong on that a few times, but I think we're going to need PL experienced cbs nailing down at least one of those roles. |  |
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| The Fridge on 10:47 - Jun 3 with 2046 views | TownieRob |
| The Fridge on 10:09 - Jun 3 by itfcjoe |
I've said the same re Taylor, and thought it re Edmundson, so am as guilty of it as anyone - but just think unless a player takes a big jump in physicality or game plan understanding then very rarely do they actually end up better at a higher level.
I think where Taylor may do well, is if we effectively play him as an 8/10 as we saw a bit towards end of season when he'd come on for Chaplin as we may need the extra body and the shape/set up changes |
Really valid points. Its definitely going to be interesting as to how it plays out!
Heres to hoping Taylor and Edmundson save us a few quid and be real assets in the PL. | | | |
| The Fridge on 12:10 - Jun 3 with 1697 views | BlueBadger |
| The Fridge on 10:17 - Jun 3 by lowhouseblue |
for me the player who is most likely to thrive in the premier league is woolfy. i would expect him to be starting for us even after additions. |
Thoughts and prayers for Arnie everyone. |  |
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| The Fridge on 12:31 - Jun 3 with 1538 views | lowhouseblue |
| The Fridge on 12:10 - Jun 3 by BlueBadger |
Thoughts and prayers for Arnie everyone. |
what? i've no idea how that relates to my post. | |
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| The Fridge on 12:53 - Jun 3 with 1407 views | Stewart27 |
| The Fridge on 08:52 - Jun 3 by LeoMuff |
Can’t see it myself, one who could be let go I would think, Portsmouth were interested in January. |
Hopefully not.
He’s been fantastic every time he’s stepped in for us. | | | |
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