James McAtee

He's literally just turned 20,he is still developing while experiencing a huge jump in opposition physicality,this loan is far from perfect from a football perspective but the experience will be invaluable.

His next loan,to a more technical outfit,should then allow him to apply his new experience and push on with his game.
 
While the age of 20 is obviously not a seasoned veteran, it's not exactly a 16 year old either. There are countless footballers who did a lot better at this level and stronger levels at a younger age. Sure, he's young but if he has a future at man city he should be terrorizing championship level defenders at the age of 20.
 
samuelyeboah said:
While the age of 20 is obviously not a seasoned veteran, it's not exactly a 16 year old either. There are countless footballers who did a lot better at this level and stronger levels at a younger age. Sure, he's young but if he has a future at man city he should be terrorizing championship level defenders at the age of 20.
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he shouldn't, failing at the age of 20 should not be an indicator where his career is going to be. Plenty of player is blossoming at later age of their career, every player have their own development path. Some are peak too early, some are peak later on their career.
 
Another shocker today apparently and was subbed at halftime. Hopefully he’s up for the challenge of turning things around.
 
Kamaro011 said:
he shouldn't, failing at the age of 20 should not be an indicator where his career is going to be. Plenty of player is blossoming at later age of their career, every player have their own development path. Some are peak too early, some are peak later on their career.
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To be honest, I don't think @samuelyeboah is a million miles off target with his comment.

James isn't necessarily 'failing' at the age of 20, but he seems to be out of his depth playing outside of his age range. As such, it's not unreasonable to think that he may well struggle at a club in any of the top four divisions.

If he's struggling now, do you honestly see him making it at the 'elite' level required by City within the next 6 to 12 months, or even attracting interest from a top PL club?

The clock is ticking for every young player. It's a ruthless environment where there's always another kid along the line to jump ahead of the rest.

Look at our recent history of very highly rated lads going out on loan... They tend not to come back.
 
I think its way to harsh to judge James so soon, he played like 5-8 games in championship, a new enviroment, new city, mens football, in a system he have never played in etc... its all part of the learning curve for anyone around age 20... what that means for his future is still up in the air... we know he is a baller, but can he be a footballer... who knows now. Im waiting until he has got his feet on the ground and played a season before I make any judgement-

I agree though that he isnt doing well now, looks out of his depth, but still way to early to make long time comments on his future
 
This will be the making of him.

He's taken off his comfort blanket and is playing against men. I respect his bravery and I'm positive, especially with the family he has around him, that he'll come out stronger for the experience.

By the end of this season he'll be on a completely different level as a player and person.
 
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