He's never been a player who rips through teams on his own. His magic is really about good technique, great basics and great decision-making in key areas. I think that decision-making has deserted him a little this season.
His magic is also very much about not having a centre forward :-\
02-18-2026, 12:02 PM
redgunamo
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Originally Posted by 7sisters
Otherwise known as ?zil - Aubameyang syndrome ?
Right, but quite different in that, any player Mikel signs, even "Galacticos" will be expected to put the work in.
Non-negotiables and a' that.
02-18-2026, 12:12 PM
Peter
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Originally Posted by redgunamo
His magic is also very much about not having a centre forward :-\
The Gyok is clearly not a fan of his. Too much fanny-dancing and not enough first-time balls into the box.
The Internet claims they do not get on. :-(
02-18-2026, 12:13 PM
Peter
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Originally Posted by redgunamo
Right, but quite different in that, any player Mikel signs, even "Galacticos" will be expected to put the work in.
Non-negotiables and a' that.
Those two players were arriving at their last contracts. They had a great future behind them.
Saka is about to hit his prime.
02-18-2026, 12:31 PM
redgunamo
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Originally Posted by Peter
The Gyok is clearly not a fan of his. Too much fanny-dancing and not enough first-time balls into the box.
The Internet claims they do not get on. :-(
I'm sure it's technical rather than personal.
Although thinking about it, that may be worse :-\
02-18-2026, 12:41 PM
Peter
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Originally Posted by redgunamo
I'm sure it's technical rather than personal.
Although thinking about it, that may be worse :-\
Far worse! There is no need at all for players to get on personally. They can hate each other and still be hugely effective together.