[antohan]

https://www.manutd.com/en/news/deta...plays-first-man-utd-game-as-u23s-face-everton

Williams said, " He doesn't speak much English but he's learning!"

His interview wasn't half bad though. If he speaks that well already, it won't take long. Kid appears to be a fast learner

I moved to the UK at the same age for Uni. Had done A-level exams in English, IELTS, etc.

For the first 2-3 weeks I could talk one to one with some people, but didn't have the foggiest what was going on when in groups. It didn't help I was sharing my flat with a scouser, a geordie, a paddy and an Italian chap raised in East London.

 

[Inigo Montoya]

I moved to the UK at the same age for Uni. Had done A-level exams in English, IELTS, etc.

For the first 2-3 weeks I could talk one to one with some people, but didn't have the foggiest what was going on when in groups. It didn't help I was sharing my flat with a scouser, a geordie, a paddy and an Italian chap raised in East London.

An Albanian kid I taught moved to digs in Brixton when he first arrived. His English was pure Jamaican. It was hilarious

 

[Sparky_Hughes]

I moved to the UK at the same age for Uni. Had done A-level exams in English, IELTS, etc.

For the first 2-3 weeks I could talk one to one with some people, but didn't have the foggiest what was going on when in groups. It didn't help I was sharing my flat with a scouser, a geordie, a paddy and an Italian chap raised in East London.

In at the deep end mate!

 

[Real Name]

What do you reckon guys, will he get a chance or 2 in the 2nd part of the season?

 

[Highfather_24]

Yeah, plays nothing like him.

I’m not talking about physically. I’m talking style of play. Good close control, picking up ball in half space, running with the ball, trying to draw fouls and find killer passes. Very similar to Grealish.

 

[CG1010]

Based on video of all his involvements, he grew into the game as he went along. He showed flashes of his talent -- going past a few and a very incisive and well weighted pass. Overall showed good potential for his first game which is all we could ask for.

 

[Inigo Montoya]

I’m not talking about physically. I’m talking style of play. Good close control, picking up ball in half space, running with the ball, trying to draw fouls and find killer passes. Very similar to Grealish.

He's more dynamic than Grealish who's very stop-start and slows down play before accelerating.

He's definitely nearer a Silva, picks up the ball through the centre and loves to run at the heart of the defence

 

[Inigo Montoya]

He probably isn't ready but would he really offer us any less than James at this point?

So basically you want him to come in over other senior and experienced players in the PL, get the shit kicked out of him for the sheer hell of it..

 

[Nevilles.Wear.Prada]

Mmm.. Pastry.

 

[JJ12]

I moved to the UK at the same age for Uni. Had done A-level exams in English, IELTS, etc.

For the first 2-3 weeks I could talk one to one with some people, but didn't have the foggiest what was going on when in groups. It didn't help I was sharing my flat with a scouser, a geordie, a paddy and an Italian chap raised in East London.

I don’t think anyone would know what the feck was going on in that group setting don’t worry

 

[Devil may care]

There's plenty of good qualities to build on and for the fee he's worth a punt.

 

[BlahRules]

So basically you want him to come in over other senior and experienced players in the PL, get the shit kicked out of him for the sheer hell of it..

I dont think he said that - he said if he is better than James then should be played ahead now. James went straight into the first team with similar amount of first team experience, its not the worst idea.

If he gets kicked the shit out of then its because of his playing style. He invites tackles and I am sure he had been getting kicked the shit out when he was playing in Uruguay.

 

[Inigo Montoya]

I dont think he said that - he said if he is better than James then should be played ahead now. James went straight into the first team with similar amount of first team experience, its not the worst idea.

If he gets kicked the shit out of then its because of his playing style. He invites tackles and I am sure he had been getting kicked the shit out when he was playing in Uruguay.

He did and Vickery himself stated that the Uruguayan league was too physical for him right now. But some posters want him thrown him at the deep end?

 

[HowYouDoin]

An Albanian kid I taught moved to digs in Brixton when he first arrived. His English was pure Jamaican. It was hilarious

Similar thing with a German dude I knew that moved to Canada and didnt speak any english. However he worked in the kitchen with a bunch of Australians and fast forward a year his english was pure Aussie.

 

[Murder on Zidanes Floor]

Looks like the u17s, very average.

Would say that he has plenty of time to develop and come good.

 

[MyOnlySolskjaer]

What do you reckon guys, will he get a chance or 2 in the 2nd part of the season?

Think there's some players at U23 who look a lot more impressive at the moment like Elanga, Hugill, Galbraith but let's give him some time.

 

[FrankDrebin]

Out of the radar recently but he got a decent assist today.

 

[Levenstein]

Out of the radar recently but he got a decent assist today.

If we hadn't f**ked up against Istanbul last time, we could've had a change to play him and younger generation on Tuesday.

 

[MyOnlySolskjaer]

If we hadn't f**ked up against Istanbul last time, we could've had a change to play him and younger generation on Tuesday.

Think we need to take our time with him, a good display but it's just one game. Let him find his feet at U23 level first. There's plenty of cup competitions.

 

[AltiUn]

He should definitely be in the squad on Tuesday, it's in Manchester and we don't have an U23 game until Friday.

 

[cyberman]

If we hadn't f**ked up against Istanbul last time, we could've had a change to play him and younger generation on Tuesday.

How? Thats hugely risking a loss which would have us in the exact same position as we would be with a win on Tuesday anyway?

 

[RedMachine03]

 

[AltiUn]

He really is an exceptional dribbler, his style is very easy on the eye too. Pleased he got his first assist, it was a lovely cross.

 

[Jeppers7]

I want to be excited....but just looks quite ordinary even at that level

 

[spontaneus1]

He should definitely be in the squad on Tuesday, it's in Manchester and we don't have an U23 game until Friday.

Not at all, he needs time to settle and their are players out preforming him at youth level anyway that could have the slot instead.

 

[fps]

I want to be excited....but just looks quite ordinary even at that level

He’s only 18. Certainly didn’t see much there mind.

 

[AltiUn]

Not at all, he needs time to settle and their are players out preforming him at youth level anyway that could have the slot instead.

Him being in the first team squad on Tuesday wouldn't disrupt his "settling" because, like I mentioned, the U23s don't have a game till Friday. The game's in Manchester so he has plenty of time, not to mention he's already been in one of our CL squads and it did him no harm. There would be absolutely 0 drawbacks of having him in the squad on Tuesday. Yeah, there are other players doing well but we actually need a RW right now, having him in the team will do no one any harm.

 

[Strelok]

He was literally in the CL squad against PSG.

I deleted my post because on a second thought you're right about the RW part. It seems we have no better RW than him in the U23?

 

[AltiUn]

I deleted my post because on a second thought you're right about the RW part. It seems we have no better RW than him in the U23?

He's pretty much the only RW we have. Elanga can play there but he's much better on the left. I get peoples' arguments but Pellistri isn't a typical U23 player, he's got a very good amount of first team experience so I don't think we need to be as delicate with him as we might with U23 players yet to face senior football. I don't think he should be starting but I don't see why he shouldn't be in the squad.

 

[Strelok]

He's pretty much the only RW we have. Elanga can play there but he's much better on the left. I get peoples' arguments but Pellistri isn't a typical U23 player, he's got a very good amount of first team experience so I don't think we need to be as delicate with him as we might with U23 players yet to face senior football. I don't think he should be starting but I don't see why he shouldn't be in the squad.

Tbh I haven't watched him yet but I heard he's been doing not so well there.

Anyway, you're right. No harm to include him in the squad or even give him a few minutes I think. I want to watch the guy a bit as well. To have an idea of him.

P/s: he's the only RW we have in the U23 ? What's wrong with this club, why we hate RW that much ??

 

[Jeppers7]

He’s only 18. Certainly didn’t see much there mind.

Yeah I suppose so...good luck to the lad, what do I know anyway !

 

[Inigo Montoya]

Yeah I suppose so...good luck to the lad, what do I know anyway !

I’d prefer to go on Tim Vickery’s assessment which was that he’s very talented but it’ll take a while. Once he gets used to the pace of life both football and living in a new country you’ll see a good player.

 

[Jeppers7]

I’d prefer to go on Tim Vickery’s assessment which was that he’s very talented but it’ll take a while. Once he gets used to the pace of life both football and living in a new country you’ll see a good player.

That’s reassuring...there really should be no rush for either him or Diallo except our recruitment policy. Hey should have 3/4 years really to develop.

 

[Web of Bissaka]

Having seen the first teams playing, neglecting right width for hundred of games in this decade...

That is oddly satisfying. Forgot how "natural" right winger play and keep width.

 

[Web of Bissaka]

P/s: he's the only RW we have in the U23 ? What's wrong with this club, why we hate RW that much ??

Our club supports social equality and egalitarianism

 

[Dr. Dwayne]

I’d prefer to go on Tim Vickery’s assessment which was that he’s very talented but it’ll take a while. Once he gets used to the pace of life both football and living in a new country you’ll see a good player.

I'd agree with this. The talent is clearly there to see but he needs to settle in the new team and new country before he can start to step it up. I could see him being instructed by coaches to not try too hard at the moment but just trust himself and get used to they way the game is played in England.

 

[Mr PG]

Technically, Pellistri is better than most of our players even in the first team and I'm talking close control and dribbling to get out of tight situations. Additionally he's quick so even if he struggles right now it is an age/adaptation thing. Eventually he will be one of our better players as he already possesses the qualities you can't teach.

Dan James for instance is mostly a physical player and at his age technical ability is not a thing you can teach so he will always be limited.

 

[Inigo Montoya]

Having seen the first teams playing, neglecting right width for hundred of games in this decade...

That is oddly satisfying. Forgot how "natural" right winger play and keep width.

Before you get your hopes up;he's a more natural CM in the mould of Silva. He obviously likes beating his man and can hit a better cross than most but he'll transition to the centre I believe. Amad is much more likely to occupy the RW in the future.

 

[Adam-Utd]

Before you get your hopes up;he's a more natural CM in the mould of Silva. He obviously likes beating his man and can hit a better cross than most but he'll transition to the centre I believe. Amad is much more likely to occupy the RW in the future.

What gives you that impression?

He has the ability to get the ball from deep and run through the centre of the pitch, but apart from that I don't see any central midfielder at all.

The guys main skill base is acceleration, agility and good dribbling technique. Maybe he'll develop that over time but right now he's a winger and that's it.

 

[AltiUn]

Before you get your hopes up;he's a more natural CM in the mould of Silva. He obviously likes beating his man and can hit a better cross than most but he'll transition to the centre I believe. Amad is much more likely to occupy the RW in the future.

He’s never played CM, he might transition but he’s certainly not a natural CM by any stretch of the imagination.