Someone who hasn't earned enough plaudits from the media. They all slagged him off assuming because of his age he'd settle into the league instantly. After a shaky start he's been magnificent. So composed and so assured. He reads the game brilliantly which is why he slots into defensive midfield if required without problems. I'm still very nervous about Kompany's form. We look a much better side with Demichelis in there and he combined well with Mangala at the end of the season, even with Kolarov on the pitch we kept clean sheets. The sort of defender who will win you the game with a key bit of defending that you wouldn't even notice. Kompany on the other hand has shown far too much eagerness at making a statement early on in games and has been caught out of position as a result.
Fortunately Kompany can show class is permanent and form temporary this season, and if he doesn't I'm happy with the other options we have. I'd prefer Demi to stay but understand the club's thinking if he does move on.
