8 | Mateo Kovacic - 2023/24

[M16 citeh]

Tidy as fuck. Instant hit with the fans I'm sure pep and the lads feel the same. You can trust him to receive the pass or carry the ball in almost any situation. Can he develop his game in the final 3rd?

 

[Crooked_rain]

Glad it's not just me. As you said, I think he's been good but the praise feels a bit over the top.

Well yeah

But the fact he can slot into Pep's way of playing without missing a beat shows he's a very intelligent and very good player.

He will only improve from an already solid start.

I loved this signing anyway even before he kicked a ball for us, I think he's quality.

 

[Betterdeedthan red]

I think this guy is brilliant.
Fits into our peam straightbaway.
Always wants the ball.
Always.moving.
And picks a nice pass

 

[balotellishaircut]

Tidy as fuck. Instant hit with the fans I'm sure pep and the lads feel the same. You can trust him to receive the pass or carry the ball in almost any situation. Can he develop his game in the final 3rd?

He scored a cracking volley against Liverpool a few seasons ago, so he’s got goals in him.

 

[feedmpenzaandhewillscore]

Him alongside Rodri are some right bruisers in the middle of the park. We won’t get bullied by many teams with that combo.

 

[jimmygrimblesboots]

Very impressed , he has slotted in and looks comfortable playing our style of play , he will never replace Gundo he doesnt have a goal threat but he is an excellent signing looks like the club have yet again been shrewd in the transfer market.

 

[Jwoody19]

Looks so so comfortable in that midfield next to Rodri. Really hope he can add a few goals to his game

 

[Keeper!]

Tidy as fuck. Instant hit with the fans I'm sure pep and the lads feel the same. You can trust him to receive the pass or carry the ball in almost any situation. Can he develop his game in the final 3rd?

If he can improve his game in the final third and become a goal threat , he would be the complete midfield player.

 

[Stiff Little Wingers]

If he can improve his game in the final third and become a goal threat , he would be the complete midfield player.

He got caught on the ball a couple of times on Friday. Still needs some time to bed in and improve but I want to see him being able to give Rodri a rest

 

[Keeper!]

He got caught on the ball a couple of times on Friday. Still needs some time to bed in and improve but I want to see him being able to give Rodri a rest

Give the lad a chance, he will get better and better in our system and under the influence of Pep.

The one that need to pull his finger out and help Rodri is Phillips.

 

[B\connellblue]

Give the lad a chance, he will get better and better in our system and under the influence of Pep.

The one that need to pull his finger out and help Rodri is Phillips.

Ha ha! You'll be waiting a while for Phillips to pull his finger out.

 

[Keeper!]

Ha ha! You'll be waiting a while for Phillips to pull his finger out.

Tell me about it, for me the sooner he leaves the building the better and hopefully before this window is out, a waste of a huge wage and more importantly an important squad place.

I understand Pep and this teams demands and expectations are high and difficult to take in immediately but I have not seen one sign this guy will come good.

I was not a Grealish fan in his first season but in his and my defence he was underwhelming and clearly was a lot better than he showed but Kalvin has shown zero from day one.

 

[city warrior]

Another really good match. The only one with Rodri trying for passes to the space. And his dribbling as usual really good.

 

[handsofstone]

Kovacic is absolutely class, he's a brilliant player

Is a shame he kind of falls apart in front of goal, doesnt have that ruthlessness Gundogan had inside the box

But absolute class player and a big asset

 

[SouthernPlastic]

Yeah think he’s gaining confidence. Looked good even when we were on the back foot.

 

[waspish]

Was great tonight he has fitted in so seamlessly

 

[mosssideblue]

Solid performance tonight. Fitted in seamlessly

 

[Brad mcfc]

Very impressive start

 

[kenbelly]

Absolute fucking Quality.

 

[Dazzle84]

I very much like his black boots