Sergio Aguero - 2017/18 performances

[totaalvoetbal]

As I said from the start, he simply does not fit Pep Guardiola's team. He still does not cut off passing lanes effectively, his finishing is erratic which was his truly elite attribute, he is lethargic after consistently closing down the opposition and it affects the rest of his game and his link up play is still not up to the standard that Pep Guardiola would like.

There are still moments when he should pass but instead shoots from improbable angles. It must be frustrating for Pep Guardiola to watch. In Aguero''s case you cannot teach and old dog new tricks. Whilst Jesus has his issues, his age means that he will be more willing to adapt to Pep Guardiola.

Jesus makes the team a lot better. It is what it is. He covers passing lanes better both in terms of speed and body positioning. He helps with overloads where it is needed in order to create numerical superiroities, be it at the flanks or at the centre which helps the team dominate and retain the ball.

He is better at playing combinations than Aguero. He is also far more flexible than Aguero and does not need to be played centrally to be effective. Against United his flexibility allowed Sterling to essentially play as a withdrawn striker.

It's baffling that people still cannot see these things yet undertandanle as Aguero is a club legend.

 

[MarsLlama]

Aguero scored more last season than Higuin and more this season in less games. Would also rather have Aguero than Cavani.

I take your point on Higauin but Cavani is an absolute beast.

 

[bluemc1]

Was speaking with my old fella after the match and we both love Sergio but agreed it was the right thing to do to bring Jesus on with fresh legs for the benifit of the team and winning the game
Also both saying how ( and I know this is looking to far ahead ) that if we got to CL final and we’d bought Sanchez in January and Aguero didn’t start that game it would break his heart

 

[SWP's back]

But doesn't answer the question of who should replace him,besides Sanchez if he comes,if Aguero does not accept the kick up the arse,continues to sulk and leaves,you surely would be gutted if that happened

I think anyone would be but Kun has earned the right to leave any time he wishes (should he wish).

 

[SWP's back]

Well until we see someone better than Aguero,it is up for debate,

But we may already have that player who is a better fit, hence Aguero not being overly happy at being taken off for him.

 

[SWP's back]

fans of the manager who go with what he thinks that's all,and so far he is calling it right,but winning a trophy or 2 this season will need the input of Aguero,without question.

Well the manager has credit in the past and I’ve never doubted him. He’s showing this season that knows his stuff.

I agree Aguero will make a huge contribution to the cause this season, if he’s happy to work as much as his team mates and not sulk. I don’t think he will sulk and I think he’ll score 20-30 goals which is great.

 

[kaz7]

sanchez is the same age,doesn't score as many and is a winger who would rotate with sane,nothing to do with sergio
sergio and gabby are different players,huge age difference and stages in their career,neither playing as well as they can,we need both and competition is a brilliant thing to have
kun was pissed at being subbed,so the fuck what,if he came off skipping with a big smile on his face he would be hammered for that
we needed fresh younger legs for the press that is all

 

[meeesh]

Well the manager has credit in the past and I’ve never doubted him. He’s showing this season that knows his stuff.

I agree Aguero will make a huge contribution to the cause this season, if he’s happy to work as much as his team mates and not sulk. I don’t think he will sulk and I think he’ll score 20-30 goals which is great.

I bloody hope so

 

[SWP's back]

You mean the starry eyed fans of the manager who has us playing the best football in our history? The one who's style and philosophy has us dominating the rest of the league and has guided us to 16 league wins on the bounce? If we're referring to the same manager then yes, I'm more than willing to trust his judgement on any player.

You crazy bastard talking sense.

 

[SWP's back]

Why there is a discussion of who is 2wice the player of who? Beats me ;?

Because one older poster stated it from the off as he may go to every match but his football knowledge is firmly entrenched in the 70’s.