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Julian Draxler

Rex

He has also said that he prefers to play on the left over any other position in the forward line.

Ricky1985

Klaus wrote:
No need to turn him into a centreforward, Ricks. Just develop him into the best left winger in the game instead.

Imagine Draxler and Cech being sewn up in June. What a start to the summer window.

I just think there's a monster centre forward there waiting to come out. He has everything you could wish for in the role physically, technically and in terms of his awareness and intelligence. He'd need to learn to play there; how to move in the box and play with his back to goal but he's a very clever footballer so I don't doubt it'd work. I just think a player like him; with such a good first touch and such a quick brain, as well as his ambidexterity, has to play in the middle.

But I'd take him out wide happily if that's where Wenger feels he's best deployed long term. Super talent.

Ricky1985

Rucks wrote:
He has also said that he prefers to play on the left over any other position in the forward line.

He's always said he sees himself as a Number 10, but he doesn't understand why everyone always picks him wide left! He's banged on quite a lot about it over the years actually. Definitely fancies himself in the middle, not sure how he'd feel about being the main man upfront and all that entails though.

Edit - whoops, didn't see Klaus' post at the bottom of the last page. You obviously meant Sanchez!

marv3llous

Klaus wrote:
marv3llous wrote:
Get in guys! That's what i was talking about in Wishlist a few days before he was linked. We may not be looking for a starting WF right now, but a talented kid for AW to mould would be a perfect back up and replacement for failed Poldi, Joel and Ryo.

We've played Ramsey and Welbeck on the wing for most of this season. I'd say it's critical that we sort out that position.

Also, signing a leftsided player would mean that we could move Alexis to the right again where he plays better.

That was due to Ox getting injured and Walcott not being ready/being in contract dispute.

lorddulaarsenal

More links today and also to Rabiot, another top prospect

JazzG

One thing I do like about Draxler is when he is on form he does play with some swag. Doesn't matter who the opposition is but he has got that bravery and not afraid of the opponent. Comes across as the type of personality who will show up in big games. Kind of like how Rooney was when he was young. Under £30m I wouldn't be against signing him.

Only problem with this rumour is I have doubts about how reliable Sky Sports Germany are and I know for sure the Metro aren't!

Ricky1985 wrote:
I'm thinking Draxler comes in as a very good option out wide straight away and Wenger turns him into a world class centre forward within two seasons.

Another from earlier in the season at Stamford Bridge:

:drool:

Can you imagine what this guy will be like when his injuries clear up and he matures physically? Completely unplayable.

innervisionscm

Klaus wrote:
He might like it, but it's seriously clogging up our game. There's no way Wenger will keep playing him like that next season, signings or no signings. I've almost gone bald from tearing my hair out over every attacking move that has broken down because of his erratic passing. I'd rather sell Alexis again than see him drop deep to pick up the ball for an entire season.

Spot on, Alexis can't play on the left for us next season. The problem with moving him to the right is that Wilshere likes that position. If we buy a LW we should make Alexis into a center forward IMO, his movement in behind is really good and he's a predator 25 yards and in from goal.

Not sure how I feel about Draxler right now because I really think we have a window to win the PL next year that might be there the year after. But if we can't find a center forward (and let's be honest, none of Cavani/Benzema/Morata are moving this summer), then signing a natural left sided player and moving Alexis up front might be the next best thing. I just wish it were somebody in the prime of his career like Reus.

Would both Walcott and Welbeck be here next season if this happened? Alexis/Giroud/Wilshere/Chamberlain/Draxler/Welbeck/Walcott is a very crowded group for three positions.

lorddulaarsenal

Draxler is better than reus

Big Willie

Drax or Raheem Dules?

innervisionscm

Our squad is going to be enormous if we keep all of Flamini, Arteta, Rosicky, Gnabry, Welbeck, and Walcott and add another two signings. We need to trim the fat a bit.

mdgoonah41

@lorddulaarsenal wrote:
Draxler is better than reus

never stop saying crazy shit. this place would get boring

banduan

Ricky1985 wrote:
I'm thinking Draxler comes in as a very good option out wide straight away and Wenger turns him into a world class centre forward within two seasons.

Another from earlier in the season at Stamford Bridge:

:drool:

Can you imagine what this guy will be like when his injuries clear up and he matures physically? Completely unplayable.

There's almost nothing droolworthy in that vid...

Bosscielny

Apart from his two runs through the middle of their midfield right? One that almost resulted in a goal and the other where he got an assist?

Or his one-two at about 4 min 20 sec?

Claudius

He didn't get an assist. Stormtrooper Terry did.

ChiliPalmer

Well, if that was Alexis "droolworthy" wouldn't cut it...

That's as good as any performance you'll see at Stamford Bridge, exquisite technical ability and manipulation of the ball. If only he was a bit faster, there'd be none stopping him, amazing talent.

We have no player who could pull off a performance like that, maybe Mesut, but he's not as good at running with the ball. Alexis would ruin most of those moves, and Ox is a level or two below Draxler technically.

lorddulaarsenal

Loylz wrote:
Drax or Raheem Dules?

Sterling

Bosscielny

Reus or Bolasie dools?

Qwiss

@lorddulaarsenal wrote:
Loylz wrote:
Drax or Raheem Dules?

Sterling

I agree.

Claudius

with the right coaching, Raheem will be scary. his close control at speed is on point. he just needs better shooting ability

Anzac

Claudius wrote:
with the right coaching, Raheem will be scary. his close control at speed is on point. he just needs better shooting ability

so long as it's a technical thing & not a composure thing like Gervinho.

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