[mu4c_20le]

Thank feck for LVG scaring away Timber, this little monster was Ten Hag's second choice. He's built for PL football.

 

[Rolaholic]

So good to have mentality monsters in the dressing room again after the last few years

 

[tenpoless]

Its funny how Lewa kept losing the duel to him

 

[sugar_kane]

Thank feck for LVG scaring away Timber, this little monster was Ten Hag's second choice. He's built for PL football.

Honestly it’s quite scary to think how close we came to not signing this lad, unquestionably world class and only just turned 25.

Of our new signings Casemiro gets most of the plaudits but Licha is insanely accomplished, and has slotted in so incredibly well.

 

[Rolaholic]

Honestly it’s quite scary to think how close we came to not signing this lad, unquestionably world class and only just turned 25.

Of our new signings Casemiro gets most of the plaudits but Licha is insanely accomplished, and has slotted in so incredibly well.

Even worse, the alternative option for him was Arsenal...

Really dodged that possibility

 

[Rolaholic]

 

[RC89]

A player you can't help but love if he plays for your club. What I find almost amusing is, his defensive style usually comes with players that are a little less refined with their ability on the ball. Not this guy.

 

[criticalanalysis]

Its funny how Lewa kept losing the duel to him

1:17

Even the way if he gives you water is intense ffs, Garnacho about to choke there

 

[tenpoless]

1:17

Even the way if he gives you water is intense ffs, Garnacho about to choke there

"Just drink it, do it fast!!"

 

[podurban2]

1:17

Even the way if he gives you water is intense ffs, Garnacho about to choke there

He’s an absolute animal, his hairstyle also resembles a honey badger.

 

[tenpoless]

When he got physical with Jamie Vardy after only a handful of games in Premier League, I knew at that moment that he is not a player to be trifled with. Vardy is usually tricky to play against, he's fast and can be dirty, especially for defenders that are not used to him. Licha won the duels by some margin even the headers.

 

[edcunited1878]

Lisandawg is very much alive and well. Long may it continue. He'll fecking bite your head off if he could.

 

[Irwin99]

His performance against Kane earlier in the season was even better than against Lewa I would argue.

 

[Frank Grimes]

Looking back at the match he was probably man of the match.

What a signing.

 

[IFC 1905]

His performance against Kane earlier in the season was even better than against Lewa I would argue.

his best performance was vs Liverpool, without a doubt. Kept Bruno in his pocket back then.

 

[SAF is the GOAT]

You never seen a bigger salty scouse clown than Stevie Nicol (Especially from 05:40)

 

[He'sRaldo]

I was too young to watch Roy Keane. Now I understand what it must have been like having him on the pitch.

 

[stoinz]

"Just drink it, do it fast!!"

Hahah like force feeding someone. I can imagine him being banned from feeding his own kids in future.

 

[imamuppet]

You never seen a bigger salty scouse clown than Stevie Nicol (Especially from 05:40)

An embarrassment to anybody that cares for him, you know you got it bad when Burley is praising the same player

 

[OmarUnited4ever]

I’d let ETH make the call on every transfer throughout his whole reign at Utd. I trust his judgement on a player than any recruitment specialist!

I also agree with you that we can trust Ten Hag's judgement on players, and I don't want to derail the thread but I really hope that our scouts can find good players that suit Ten Hag, we need Ten Hag to be fully focused in developing the squad technically and tactically and help the team win games and win trophies.

 

[Satissh12]

Composure 99
Aggression 99
Ball control 99
First touch 99
Acceleration 99
Balance 99
Agility 99
Tackling 99
Awareness 99
Leadership 99
Positioning 99
Passing 99

Mentality 100

 

[Cutch]

You never seen a bigger salty scouse clown than Stevie Nicol (Especially from 05:40)

Imagine coming across as an ever bigger tool than Craig Burley

 

[IFC 1905]

Better be Pirlo with the ball at that price per inch.

not that far though

For the money we paid.... Did he really improve our defence? I know it's just 1 game...

yeah he did

This is genuinely one of the worst signings ever

yeah

Nothing new. This club is addicted to spend ton of money on shit players. We blow out our budget every season on godawful signings instead of spreading it on some good players.

50m for this. Him and Maguire combined cost 130m.

I don’t think people would accept 130M for Lisandro nowadays

Where has his so called aggressiveness gone? Early days, but gets outmuscled/bullied, not particularly fast, useless at defensive corners...

He might turn it around, but wouldn't surprise med if we end up regretting not going for Pau Torres.

I guess he did

 

[Ekeke]

Have we ever had a CB more enjoyable to watch play? Vidic defensively was very similar but Martinez is also brilliant on the ball to add to it as well.

No.

 

[next_number_seven]

I remember when he signed ETH said he'll become a fan favourite and he already has. The crowd roars every time he wins the ball.

I wonder how quick he is. He's certainly quick over 5 or 10 yards. And the first 5 yards are in his head.

At United we need defenders who defend one on one and at a high line. That's why Maguire was such a bad signing.

Martinez is a good age as well. Hopefully he can stay injury free and is a mainstay for 6 or 7 years.

I think I'd sell all the other center backs in the squad like Maguire, Lindelof, Bailly and buy young promising ones to develop

 

[KirkDuyt]

I have quite possibly never been more wrong about a player just after a move. And I'm wrong alot, so that's saying something.

 

[Scorpy]

not that far though



yeah he did



yeah



I don’t think people would accept 130M for Lisandro nowadays




I guess he did

Embarrassing. People are way too quick to shit on players if they don't put in a Ballon D'or-worthy performance on their debut.

 

[Rapsel]

Thank feck for LVG scaring away Timber, this little monster was Ten Hag's second choice. He's built for PL football.

Orrrrrrrrr imagine what a great pairing they would be. They sure were at Ajax.

 

[FriedClams]

What a stupid reply using europa and league position as an example of why he can’t be considered great. I’ll say it now, because I can see the way he’s playing consistently every week against the best teams / strikers in Europe. He’s phenomenal and puts the best in his back pocket.

Id say he can’t be considered in a conversation with BaresI and Cannavaro. There aren’t many people who would genuinely believe that.

 

[Red Shorts]

Do we have a more passionate player than Licha or Case? These guys make me cheer even louder every time I see them after a win

 

[11101]

It’s not a stretch to compare him with the likes of Baresi or cannavaro. His intelligence and reading is just unreal plus he can pass like Scholesy. Love him to bits and how he engages with the fans after the matches.

I love Martinez... but come on now. That's just daft.

The biggest difference in our team has been the personalities like him and Casemiro. Last season v Barcelona's pressure and theatrics we crumble, but these guys make sure they set the example and get the basics right. Whether its a physical game, a technical game or high pressure, they go toe to toe with the opposition.

 

[Drainy]

 

[criticalanalysis]

not that far though



yeah he did



yeah



I don’t think people would accept 130M for Lisandro nowadays




I guess he did

I'm guessing that's after the first or second games? I just looked up my first several posts about him in this thread. After the Brighton game:

Obviously this doesn't cover the full game and the runs/dribbling Welbeck made but I'm really baffled by the 'he got bullied' or 'he looked weak/slow' comments.

Could he have been more defensively sharper in terms of covering runs etc yes but I don't remember much of the game where I thought 'he did a Lindelof there' (i.e weak and passive).

Are people just confounding how sh|t we were and then directly tying it as a criticism of the player's individual performance?

His passing was really good considering the crap movement and options in front of him and he actually got involved in a couple of chances in their box too. With the tweet above mentioning his recoveries, it does align with my judgement of his game in that he was quite involved. Wasn't MOTM single handedly keeping them at bay amazing type of stuff but looks a good player with good reading of the game. Ultimately though, like everyone else he is a system player.

Really astounded by the hammering of criticism tbh.

And one of my first posts after the Brentford game (in response to a tweet video of his aerial challenges):

Thanks for posting this. It was exactly my impression of his game against Brentford also.

People already made their minds up about how he's weak, short and loses every aerial ball when it's actually more closer to the opposite.

The fact the rest of his teammates are so shit to reacting to first, second and third balls is way more alarming. He's not been fantastic but the hyperbole making it out like he's a lower league player is truly outstanding from our fanbase.

Unfortunately, he's likely to be made a scapegoat because narratives.

Then pretty much every post after that game praising him deservedly and reaffirming that I saw a player with a some very good attributes.

 

[Robbie Boy]

not that far though



yeah he did



yeah



I don’t think people would accept 130M for Lisandro nowadays




I guess he did

 

[Witchking]

The first 25 pages of this thread are such a joke. Now glad that everyone sees and appreciates what this guy brings to the table. I would love for him to continue here and retire here. Am sure we will win with him by our side.

 

[sullydnl]

not that far though



yeah he did



yeah



I don’t think people would accept 130M for Lisandro nowadays




I guess he did

 

[Olecurls99]

I remember when he signed ETH said he'll become a fan favourite and he already has. The crowd roars every time he wins the ball.

I wonder how quick he is. He's certainly quick over 5 or 10 yards. And the first 5 yards are in his head.

At United we need defenders who defend one on one and at a high line. That's why Maguire was such a bad signing.

Martinez is a good age as well. Hopefully he can stay injury free and is a mainstay for 6 or 7 years.

I think I'd sell all the other center backs in the squad like Maguire, Lindelof, Bailly and buy young promising ones to develop

I'd keep Lindelof for a little bit of experience though

 

[Chief123]

Have we ever had a CB more enjoyable to watch play? Vidic defensively was very similar but Martinez is also brilliant on the ball to add to it as well.

Even though I love Martinez, there was something special about watching Jaap Stam. Just knowing he had the feeling of invincibility to him and the look of despair and defeat on any strikers face who came up against him. He was a joy to watch and made a beautiful art of defending.

 

[meamth]

I remember when he signed ETH said he'll become a fan favourite and he already has. The crowd roars every time he wins the ball.

I wonder how quick he is. He's certainly quick over 5 or 10 yards. And the first 5 yards are in his head.

At United we need defenders who defend one on one and at a high line. That's why Maguire was such a bad signing.

Martinez is a good age as well. Hopefully he can stay injury free and is a mainstay for 6 or 7 years.

I think I'd sell all the other center backs in the squad like Maguire, Lindelof, Bailly and buy young promising ones to develop

He has top level acceleration, matched with top level agility. I swear that is more terrifying for defenders 1 v 1 rather than your regular big center backs.

 

[cpresc]

I was too young to watch Roy Keane. Now I understand what it must have been like having him on the pitch.

yeah I’d say he’s the closest thing we’ve had to Roy Keane.