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Jorginho

lorddulaarsenal

We’ll see a different version of Jorginho than how he played at Chelsea. Already seeing more forward passing.

Tet definitely sees that as a key trait in that position. Partey can do it and Locatelli who we were heavily linked with can

Clrnc

Jorginho as an 8 might be inspired option

JazzG

I didn't watch Chelsea that often but a lot of people said he was a sideway pass merchant, he made loads of forward passes against Villa. I thought he had a very good performance, moved the ball quickly and well.

We were one Partey injury away from going from Title challengers to fighting for Top 4 imo. I think his addition will at the minimum cement our Top 4 but allow us to push and try for the Title.

goon

Defo not a sideways passer.

Burnwinter

Liked what he added to our game against Villa, given a fair bit was also lost. Shows Partey's replaceable without a like for like switch—we just need to adapt tactically.

flobaba

Burnwinter I believe that Caicedo kid is/was the intended Partey replacement. He's primarily a ball winner isn't he? I would say that's pretty much like for like. It's not so easy to play that lone pivot role without strong defensive instincts, tackling/ball retrieval ability and physical capacity.

Pepe LeFrits

Our ball retention is well up with him on prev games, though it's hard to compare as we've been chasing games with him in the side, unlike the previous couple of games.

Pepe LeFrits

Pepe LeFrits Our ball retention is well up with him on prev games, though it's hard to compare as we've been chasing games with him in the side, unlike the previous couple of games.

Think we've had 66%+ possession in every game we've played with him.

My main concern with him is his lack of pace. He can't cover the fullbacks like Partey can and we looked a little exposed today once or twice as a result; maybe some tweaks to our play are required there. He's fantastic for helping to control games though. Interesting to see Partey playing the more advanced role when he came on alongside him today.

Claudius

Put some respek on his name

daredevil

So you're saying, it wasn't a 3/10 window?

Bring Back Kerrea Gilbert

Our Boy George doing aight.

Claudius

I always felt it was a great window.
It was folks who got caught up in Mudryk and Felix mania who wanted to eat Edu’s liver with fava beans and a big Amarone.

QuincyAbeyie

Claudius you said we needed to sign Caicedo. Until we didn't.

goon

Pepe LeFrits Interesting to see Partey playing the more advanced role

The amount of running Partey had to do in that role gave me anxiety. Amazed he didn’t pull a dozen muscles.

lorddulaarsenal

Watch this and I guarantee you’ll see Jorgi as a real talent

Claudius

A few years ago I think Klaus wanted this guy. And I said no. We were busy buying guys like Pepe and Auba and I thought we would be a counter team with a hardworking midfield of runners. Turns out we have become a this high possession pressing team, and now Jorginho is perfect. He served Saka another pass from the gods today.

Claudius

QuincyAbeyie
Not sure I said we needed to sign him. Thought we would get him for sure. Liked his profile.
I have always felt that the January window is not the time for big moves. I really like the moves we made in the end. They are veterans who will help a young team across the finish line.

When the summer comes we will have significantly more degrees of freedom and be able to do big signings.

Gazza M

it was a good game for him. we controlled the game to an insane degree, which is when he thrives, and he was a big part of why we controlled the midfield. he did swing and miss on a few attempts to try and hedge in the high press and got bypassed badly, but that's something we'll have to live with. he'll be a key player in the Europa League for us

MistaT

That pass to Saka was absolutely ace, and it’s a shame it didn’t become an easy shot on goal.

Claudius

The fact that both Partey and Jesus are injured and it’s not a crisis is massive.

Think back to the end of last season when a few injuries stymied our chase for 4th. We were depending on players who were not up to it. Now we have Jorginho and Trossard in. With Vieira and ESR also coming along. I’m really impressed with what Edu has done with this squad.

JazzG

Claudius That is the thing, if Partey was out for another couple of games you wouldn't be bothered. A few months ago and you were praying he didn't miss a few games because it could derail our season. Also allows us to rotate them because we know Partey will always pick up little niggles.

Gurgen I'd agree with that, getting someone who is more mobile and has a great passing range could really take our game up a level.

James

Claudius I’m really impressed with what Edu has done with this squad

Remember when #eduout was trending and we needed to boo this man.

I thought he was a very good short term option. Turns out I underplayed that somewhat.

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