Looking at him in first team training, and having followed the academy and EDS teams, I don't think it will be an issue. He has a slim upper body but strong legs, good balance and technique.
You are using an out of date browser. It may not display this or other websites correctly.
You should upgrade or use an alternative browser.
You should upgrade or use an alternative browser.
James McAtee
- Thread starter Shaelumstash
- Start date
Not as lightweight as Foden was at the same age. He’s probably the size you’d expect of an 18 year old. He doesn’t get bullied about the place anyway, holds his own.Clearly this lad is extremely talented, but to me he looks lightweight. Anyone who has watched him more think this is a concern for now, or is he ready?
FantasyIreland
Well-Known Member
- Joined
- 29 Oct 2008
- Messages
- 64,697
He doesnt rely on his build/strength anyway,even if it was an issue.Looking at him in first team training, and having followed the academy and EDS teams, I don't think it will be an issue. He has a slim upper body but strong legs, good balance and technique.
His talent lies in his movement,his vision,his technique and just the way he makes the game look easy.
CorrectHe doesnt rely on his build/strength anyway,even if it was an issue.
His talent lies in his movement,his vision,his technique and just the way he makes the game look easy.
LongsightM13
Well-Known Member
I
It really would have been ridiculous had anybody else won it. An amazing start to the season by MaccaAs expected, he’s won PL2 POTM for august.
Clearly this lad is extremely talented, but to me he looks lightweight. Anyone who has watched him more think this is a concern for now, or is he ready?
He's taller than David Silva, so not real concerns there. He'll bulk out naturally as he gets older.
Edit - here he is alongside the 6ft and strong Delap for example. He's about 5'9/5'10, which is plenty big enough.
He's taller than David Silva, so not real concerns there. He'll bulk out naturally as he gets older.
Edit - here he is alongside the 6ft and strong Delap for example. He's about 5'9/5'10, which is plenty big enough.
So you’re admitting he’s not 5’7 then?! :-)
Delap is actually 6’1 so McAtee could even be pushing 5’11!
Tevez City
Well-Known Member
- Joined
- 9 May 2010
- Messages
- 13,803
He is too good for the EDS.
Hopefully Pep will let him start some games to prove how good he is.
Hopefully Pep will let him start some games to prove how good he is.
LongsightM13
Well-Known Member
There is a huge leap from PL2 to the Premier League. He would benefit from a loan but a skinny loan playmaker would be a prime scapegoat; he would need to go to an ambitious club with a brave managerHe is too good for the EDS.
Hopefully Pep will let him start some games to prove how good he is.