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Delphinho

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Couldn`t find a thread on him, and it`s about time he has one. After closely watching the academy for the last 10 years, I think this guy is comfortably the best defensive prospect we`ve had coming through the ranks. Only turned 17 yesterday, but has been playing regularly for the U18s for 18 months now. Can play both LB and CB, did a role similar to Gvardiol yesterday in the UEFA Youth League. Incredible ball-playing defender who reads the game very well, and is very mature for his age. He`s miles ahead of what THB, Tosin, Mbete, JSP etc. was at that age. Made his England U19 debut at 16. Expecting him to make his first team debut within a year
 
Delphinho said:
Couldn`t find a thread on him, and it`s about time he has one. After closely watching the academy for the last 10 years, I think this guy is comfortably the best defensive prospect we`ve had coming through the ranks. Only turned 17 yesterday, but has been playing regularly for the U18s for 18 months now. Can play both LB and CB, did a role similar to Gvardiol yesterday in the UEFA Youth League. Incredible ball-playing defender who reads the game very well, and is very mature for his age. He`s miles ahead of what THB, Tosin, Mbete, JSP etc. was at that age. Made his England U19 debut at 16. Expecting him to make his first team debut within a year
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I can't tell if its because the opposition U18s are short, but this guy looks massive.

Does look a bit Gvardiol-esque in those clips.

We could use a back LB/CB next year, let's hope he gets a preseason look in.
 
WallyA said:
I can't tell if its because the opposition U18s are short, but this guy looks massive.

Does look a bit Gvardiol-esque in those clips.

We could use a back LB/CB next year, let's hope he gets a preseason look in.
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Doyle to replace Ake this summer, Akanji to stick around for another 12 months as a squad player, while Mfuni gets a full season of EDS football and then replace Akanji in 2026:

RB: [new signing], Lewis
RCB: Khusanov, Reis
LCB: Dias, Doyle
LB: Gvardiol, Mfuni

Lots of versatility there too, as Doyle can play LB and both LBs can play CB. Khusanov might be able to play RB too. Might need a 5th CB, but if we could have Lewis, Doyle and Mfuni as first-teamers that would be great from an academy perspective
 
Delphinho said:
Doyle to replace Ake this summer, Akanji to stick around for another 12 months as a squad player, while Mfuni gets a full season of EDS football and then replace Akanji in 2026:

RB: [new signing], Lewis
RCB: Khusanov, Reis
LCB: Dias, Doyle
LB: Gvardiol, Mfuni

Lots of versatility there too, as Doyle can play LB and both LBs can play CB. Khusanov might be able to play RB too. Might need a 5th CB, but if we could have Lewis, Doyle and Mfuni as first-teamers that would be great from an academy perspective
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O Reilly can also easily play LB as well, but would like him getting more CM minutes next season if this new kid can come in and take those backup LB minutes.
 
WallyA said:
I can't tell if its because the opposition U18s are short, but this guy looks massive.

Does look a bit Gvardiol-esque in those clips.

We could use a back LB/CB next year, let's hope he gets a preseason look in.
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It’s not only his size but his footballing ability that stand out. Just needs good fortune with injuries and he has a very good chance of making himself an exceptional career. Definitely needs a pathway here.
 
He was easily our standout player. It is astounding the way he surges forward with the ball. He is a boy mountain now and still has time to grow even taller.
 
Delphinho said:
Doyle to replace Ake this summer, Akanji to stick around for another 12 months as a squad player, while Mfuni gets a full season of EDS football and then replace Akanji in 2026:

RB: [new signing], Lewis
RCB: Khusanov, Reis
LCB: Dias, Doyle
LB: Gvardiol, Mfuni

Lots of versatility there too, as Doyle can play LB and both LBs can play CB. Khusanov might be able to play RB too. Might need a 5th CB, but if we could have Lewis, Doyle and Mfuni as first-teamers that would be great from an academy perspective
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Has Stones left and told nobody?

:)
 
Delphinho said:
It would be a squad in 18 months. Think Stones could be gone within that time if his fitness/injury issues continues
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You sadly could be correct, but what a player to learn from for the youngsters if he could keep it together. He'll be 31 when the new season starts and in the last year of his contract. Interesting times ahead.
 
Delphinho said:
Couldn`t find a thread on him, and it`s about time he has one. After closely watching the academy for the last 10 years, I think this guy is comfortably the best defensive prospect we`ve had coming through the ranks. Only turned 17 yesterday, but has been playing regularly for the U18s for 18 months now. Can play both LB and CB, did a role similar to Gvardiol yesterday in the UEFA Youth League. Incredible ball-playing defender who reads the game very well, and is very mature for his age. He`s miles ahead of what THB, Tosin, Mbete, JSP etc. was at that age. Made his England U19 debut at 16. Expecting him to make his first team debut within a year
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Yaya ?
 
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