A future army of blues, hmmm. Let's sit back and take a look at those whom we might have to rely on in a few years time.
S Kalou: Young wing wizard. Has immense potential as a striker coming in from the wings, though he isn't a winger. Size wise, not so big but the next few years should see him fulfil his potential. Needs to improve on his passing though his speed sometimes makes up for that.
J O Mikel: Anchor man in the midfield. Has grown in leaps and bounds this last season and has just signed a new contract. Has good attacking potential which is yet to be used by the past few coaches but maybe with Ancelotti, we'll see his attacking AND defensive qualities. Has the ability to be one of the greatest midfielders of all time under the right coach.
F Di Santo: Big strong burly lad. Showed nice qualities when played in the first team and there's the hint of a diamond under all that rock. I like him because he is good in the air and packs a shot. He can only get better and i'm sure most of the fans would want to see more of him in the coming weeks.
M Stoch: Ace right winger! The few times he has been allowed to play, has really shone and i won't be surprised if he gets more airtime this season. Strong on the ball and has a nice turn of pace. God shot too.
M Mancienne: Nothing more to say about this guy. One to watch out for in the future and should definitely be in the plans of the new coach. A defender by trade but boy does he have it all, speed, strength and a lot of heart. Would't trade him in the next 10 years.
B Ivanovic: Another hard tackling defender in the mould of J Terry. Also useful in the air and contribites goals as well. Keep an eye on him, he is destined for the top.
Matic: Just confirmed that we have indeed signed Matic. For a big lad, he has good control of the ball. Might need a few years to become world class but time will tell.
D Sturridge: Not a lot is known about him apart from the fact that he crossed over from Man city. Did manage to score a couple of goals for city and he can only get better playing with the likes of Anelka and Drogba.
S Sinclair: Another striker who has pace to burn. Not yet the finished product but i can say that he needs time to mature. Needs to also work on his strength.
R Turnbull: Just acquired this young keeper and i still have my eye on him. Hope he can fulfill his ''potential'' at Chelsea.
G Kakuta: A joy to watch. Midfielder with awesome dribbling skills and pace as well.
F Borini: Another striker in the reserve and he seems to do quite well for the team. Still the rough diamond but hope Ancelotti exploits his potential.
These are just a few of the future blue army. I feel that we need to see more of these players for them to realise their full potential. I would also welcome comments and contributions from the readers as there might be a few names that i failed to touch on.
Finally, let's ask ourselves this question; Can these players take us to the next level? If not, who would you love to see added. The comments are all yours.
Good post!
ReplyDeleteAlmost all of them look to have a good chance of breaking into the first team in a couple of years or so. Mikel is the only one there who is truly proven.
Lets start.
ReplyDeletePlayers I am NOT going to comment are: Sturridge (proven young striker like Campbell), Turnbull (3rd goalkeeper, enough said) and Kakuta (been following this guy for a year now, a gem), Mancienne (england international, very good defender, will grow BIG), Ivanovic (ha, seems that Grant knew what he was doing, by scoring two against Pool, definetely put himself on the Chelsea map and in fanst hearts, plus played wisely although being off position against Barca) and Borini (never even heard of this guy!)
Kalou: Wing wizard?????!!! Either you or me are on crack. Support striker-yes, central striker- NO, winger--------whats with passes Salomon?? Whats with greed? Winger should be willing to give timely and accurate pass, not trying overplay the defender. he should understand he is not Messi, he is Kalou: run and pass. Future but not that great.
Mikel: definetely to become the next essien, although weak in attack, he has accepted and learned his position of CDM, and that what is needed.
Di Santo: I had HUGE hopes for him, but it seems to me that unders pressure he cracks like a straw. Most of the time doesnt know what to do with the ball, and alhtough has huge potential it only shows in reserve games. Needs a trainer and a shrink.
Stoch: Hmm, young, small, fast but not very visionate, dont prove yourself:play the team, and get used to being kicked pushed and physically abused in any way. Dont have high hopes for him.
SInclair: Yes, yes and yes. Though him and Sturridge gonna fight for the place ( and I guess the later would be win) but he seems to be a very good............................attacking midfielder. yes, I know he is a "striker" but I would convert him, as I dont see strikers "predator" skills in him and psychology of a scorer.
Matic:
If it is true i think its a waste of money, too slow, and for what i found on the internet,bad bad passer......
Stoch is on loan at FC Twente
ReplyDeleteTurnbull is a pretty classy goalkeeper. I watched a lot of Middlesbrough last year, due to the fact I lived with a Boro supporter. He spent a lot of time wondering why Brad Jones replaced him.
ReplyDeleteAnd I personally think Sinclair is useless and will NEVER be good enough. He couldn't even hold down a regular position, due to form, in the Championship.