Alexandre Lacazette (Out)

[The_Playmaker]

1. He is has scored 37/97 games in the prem with 1/4 of those appearances as a sub. All in a badly struggling team for the last 3 seasons under 3 managers.
2. His pressing, hold up play and fighting mentality - this guy runs his socks off every game. Unselfishly drops deep to help our midfield. Goes back to my point of a properly functioning midfield.
3. Finishing Ability, look at both his goals in this years NLD derby, both very different but both ridiculous strikes. Needs to add consistency but cannot doubt his ability. Are we not going to acknowledge big goals in big games? Because for me any player who deliver vs Sp**s and especially with those type of goals deserves more respect

Are you going to ignore the fact that until recently he hadn't scored away from home for over a YEAR. He is not good enough.

 

[bingobob]

We should not be selling this guy - We create zero chance for him most games. His work rate is 9/10 every game. And his last 3-4 goals show his all round ability.

I’d be pissed selling a player of his calibre before he’s entered his prime.

prime may vary but I'd imagine Lacazettes prime is coming to an end. 26 to 30.

If Arteta wants to keep him fair enough. He had upped his game recently but he has been largely poor in his time here unlike Xhaka for example who has had purple patches and looks a consistent all round improved player under Arteta. Lacazette had largely operated on the fringes for Arteta.

So, like AMN, if Arteta wants him to stay and Lacazette is happy to take a bit part role then great. But if he isnt then he moves on. Aubameyang can go through the middle with Pepe, Willian, Saka, Martinelli providing cover out wide with Nketiah as a back up central striker.

Personally I'm in the he can go camp. His Arsenal career hasnt worked out.

 

[KrissKringle]

Are you going to ignore the fact that until recently he hadn't scored away from home for over a YEAR. He is not good enough.

Firmino only scored one goal at Anfield last season. He's not good enough!

 

[DennisTheLegend]

Firmino only scored one goal at Anfield last season. He's not good enough! [

Great Point

 

[DennisTheLegend]

Are you going to ignore the fact that until recently he hadn't scored away from home for over a YEAR. He is not good enough.

Why are we discussing up until recently - Talk about last 10 games, players are allowed to improve.

 

[Token Yank]

He is not good enough. He has had 3 years to prove otherwise and he hasn't. Time to move on.

 

[Malky]

This guy plays in the Scottish Premier League, there is absolutely no evidence yet that he can make it in England.

We just ignoring his performances in the Europa for Celtic then? The Europa where he has more goals and assists than Laca last season? Not bad for some guy who just plays in the SPL

 

[KrissKringle]

He is not good enough. He has had 3 years to prove otherwise and he hasn't. Time to move on.

How does one end up as POTY if he's not good enough? Asking for a friend.

 

[DennisTheLegend]

We just ignoring his performances in the Europa for Celtic then? The Europa where he has more goals and assists than Laca last season? Not bad for some guy who just plays in the SPL

Great comparison - Laca played less minutes in Europa

 

[MutableEarth]

This is the posting AM needs



Kinda miss this Eminem, can't remember the last time he made a song I liked.

Wonder what happened to Jojo...she kinda disappeared very quickly.

Jojo is still around, still a good vocalist and posting thirst traps on instagram.

 

[MutableEarth]

PEA, Nketiah and Martinelli. It’s no worse than some of the teams we aim to compete against. Liverpool have Firmino and Origi. Sp**s have Kane and then play Son out of position. We’re not in a position to put that much money into two strikers wages.

Think people are going out of their way to underrate Nketiah aswell like usual. He still has a lot to offer IMO, don't think we can write him off as someone who won't reach x level yet.

 

[DennisTheLegend]

Just sell and buy a winger

Yeah sure let’s just buy 10 more wingers

 

[field442]

Think people are going out of their way to underrate Nketiah aswell like usual. He still has a lot to offer IMO, don't think we can write him off as someone who won't reach x level yet.

I don’t think he’ll ever be prolific like Auba but if he’s replacing Lacazette’s 10 league goals a season then it’s fine, especially if we start to play with more creative players.

 

[BigPoppaPump]

1. He is has scored 37/97 games in the prem with 1/4 of those appearances as a sub. All in a badly struggling team for the last 3 seasons under 3 managers.
2. His pressing, hold up play and fighting mentality - this guy runs his socks off every game. Unselfishly drops deep to help our midfield. Goes back to my point of a properly functioning midfield.
3. Finishing Ability, look at both his goals in this years NLD derby, both very different but both ridiculous strikes. Needs to add consistency but cannot doubt his ability. Are we not going to acknowledge big goals in big games? Because for me any player who deliver vs Sp**s and especially with those type of goals deserves more respect

Imagine still rating Lacazette in 2020

It’s over for him man, just let it go.

 

[KrissKringle]

Think people are going out of their way to underrate Nketiah aswell like usual. He still has a lot to offer IMO, don't think we can write him off as someone who won't reach x level yet.

Eddie didn't show at any time that he'll be anything other than a sub. He's the one we should move on. Can't hold the ball and generally looks like a headless chicken.

 

[DennisTheLegend]

Think people are going out of their way to underrate Nketiah aswell like usual. He still has a lot to offer IMO, don't think we can write him off as someone who won't reach x level yet.

Agreed - He’s my tenant in London and so have met him. This kid is humble, hard working, good movement and a very good finisher (goal vs Everton) if Edouard scored it people would be jumping up and down. But instead we like to think all young English players are not good enough - One of the reasons we’ve ended up in this financial pickle.

 

[MutableEarth]

I don’t think he’ll ever be prolific like Auba but if he’s replacing Lacazette’s 10 league goals a season then it’s fine, especially if we start to play with more creative players.

While I wouldn't argue against that, I wouldn't like to bet against Nketiah - every time I've done so he's proven me wrong, which is why I've become such a big fan of his over time. I agree in principle though, I think depending on the shape of the squad Nketiah would be able to cover that loss. That said, I've not soured on Lacazette like most people, I still think he's a pretty good player.

 

[KrissKringle]

Imagine still rating Lacazette in 2020

It’s over for him man, just let it go.

Imagine having one shtick in 2020.

It's over for you, man. Just diversify and troll other threads.

 

[MutableEarth]

Eddie didn't show at any time that he'll be anything other than a sub. He's the one we should move on. Can't hold the ball and generally looks like a headless chicken.

I don't agree at all, so we will leave it there.

 

[DennisTheLegend]

Imagine still rating Lacazette in 2020

It’s over for him man, just let it go.

Big Poppa you gonna eat your words next season, wait for it