18 yard box
analyses another five players arriving to the British shores this summer. This is part 2 of most exciting talents who could end the season as one of the most
sought after footballers in world football.
Rodgers, however may be concerned about his tracking back to help his team gain back possession especially considering the way he more often than not losses it. A bit of a step up from Downing considering his lack of pace and a weak right foot, a lot of work will be required on the training ground to help this lad be a top player. A certain hope for Liverpool considering his play will be different to the traditional wingers they usually employ. It will more often than not add an attacking outlet for Rodgers’ team and a certain man to watch out for this season.
Karim El Ahmadi, 27, a Dutch international of Morrocan descent was transferred to Aston Villa in the summer- certainly one of the last moves of his carrier having spent most of his life in Netherlands having spells for Twente and Feyenoord.
Usually deployed as a holding midfielder, Al Ahmadi has a decent passing range coupled with a vision that should be able to combine better with someone of Darren Bent’s quality as time progresses. His strength is commendable as was seen with his run through the middle of the park shoving a number of Everton players and delivering a powerful 30 yard drive that Howard should have dealt with.
Steven Naismith, 25, a Scottish international is a very impressive signing for David Moyes’ Everton side (especially being a free transfer). Having gotten Pienaar back from Spurs, a quality signing like Naismith will certainly induce confidence into the Toffes aiming to get back into European competition for the first time since 2006. Having had a wealth of experience from Scottish football playing for Rangers, Naismith shouldn’t take time to adjust to the Premier League.
An attacking
midfielder, he has always been among the goals having scored 28 goals in 98
appearances for Rangers (a goal ever 3 games approximately). Having his former
strike partner Jelavic here will also help him a great deal. The biggest
advantage of having a team player such as Naismith is squad is that it gives
the manager a good deal of flexibility.
Comfortable with both feet, Naismith can play on either sides and also partner Jelavic upfront if Moyes chooses to go with only one striker.
With a good summer, Moyes’ squad looks perfectly balanced and could be set to give us another surprising season by being this season’s Newcastle United.
Ron Vlaar, 27, a Dutch footballer has been transferred to Aston Villa from Feyenoord for a fee of 3 million pounds, low enough for a traditional centre back who is strong enough for a place in one of the top premier league sides.
A good passer of the ball, he certainly fits the bill for a Paul Lambert team, whose main credential has to be to be able to play possession football. More than capable of taking place of James Collins, who was sold due to Villa’s success in completing this deal, he will add the much required steel to the back 4.
Oussama Assaidi (Heerenveen to Liverpool F.C)
Assaidi,
a Moroccan International has been transferred from Heerenveen to Liverpool FC
for a lowly 2.4 Million Pounds
having previously had spells at Omniworld and De Graafschap.
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| Assaidi signs for Liverpool |
Although not
at a very young age, 24, he has been a prospect and a lot has been said about
his ability on the left hand side of the pitch. Blessed with decent pace,
Assaidi likes to dribble his way through the opposition’s defence and can
certainly be a handful on his day.
Rodgers, however may be concerned about his tracking back to help his team gain back possession especially considering the way he more often than not losses it. A bit of a step up from Downing considering his lack of pace and a weak right foot, a lot of work will be required on the training ground to help this lad be a top player. A certain hope for Liverpool considering his play will be different to the traditional wingers they usually employ. It will more often than not add an attacking outlet for Rodgers’ team and a certain man to watch out for this season.
Karim El Ahmadi (Feyenoord to Aston Villa)
Karim El Ahmadi, 27, a Dutch international of Morrocan descent was transferred to Aston Villa in the summer- certainly one of the last moves of his carrier having spent most of his life in Netherlands having spells for Twente and Feyenoord.
Usually deployed as a holding midfielder, Al Ahmadi has a decent passing range coupled with a vision that should be able to combine better with someone of Darren Bent’s quality as time progresses. His strength is commendable as was seen with his run through the middle of the park shoving a number of Everton players and delivering a powerful 30 yard drive that Howard should have dealt with.
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| El Ahmadi in Villa jersey |
His only
probable weakness is his tactical awareness which manager Paul Lambert will
make sure he gains as he begins to get accustomed to life in English football.
Steven Naismith (Rangers to Everton)
Steven Naismith, 25, a Scottish international is a very impressive signing for David Moyes’ Everton side (especially being a free transfer). Having gotten Pienaar back from Spurs, a quality signing like Naismith will certainly induce confidence into the Toffes aiming to get back into European competition for the first time since 2006. Having had a wealth of experience from Scottish football playing for Rangers, Naismith shouldn’t take time to adjust to the Premier League.
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| Naismith might be Everton's answer to grab a European spot |
Comfortable with both feet, Naismith can play on either sides and also partner Jelavic upfront if Moyes chooses to go with only one striker.
With a good summer, Moyes’ squad looks perfectly balanced and could be set to give us another surprising season by being this season’s Newcastle United.
Jan Vertonghen (Ajax to Tottenham Hotspurs)
One
of the most important members of the 'golden generation' of the Belgian National
Team, Jan Vertonghen, 25, is one of those centre backs any Premier League side
would love to have. A la David Luiz for Spurs, this transfer could yet be their
best this summer considering the versatility he brings to the squad.
Capable
of playing at left back, defensive midfield, he is equally adept going forward
which is shown by his powerful shooting ability. He definitely is capable of
adding a few goals to his name which is always an added advantage (Remember
Alex’s goals for Chelsea was always a delight to watch). With the retirement of
Ledley King, Spurs always were in need of a long term replacement for him and
Jan is an apt buy considering Ajax were ready to sell him for as low as 10 million pounds.
Not
only this, but Jan also brings along with him a winning mentality considering
Ajax’s challenge for trophies in the Dutch League. A delightful signing, he is
definitely an important addition and all up’s to Villas Boas for pushing it
through.
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| Vertonghen- a complete player |
Ron
Vlaar (Feyenoord to Aston Villa)
Ron Vlaar, 27, a Dutch footballer has been transferred to Aston Villa from Feyenoord for a fee of 3 million pounds, low enough for a traditional centre back who is strong enough for a place in one of the top premier league sides.
A good passer of the ball, he certainly fits the bill for a Paul Lambert team, whose main credential has to be to be able to play possession football. More than capable of taking place of James Collins, who was sold due to Villa’s success in completing this deal, he will add the much required steel to the back 4.
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| Vlaar might just be the buy that Villa were looking for |
Not
only this, he can form an integral part of a Villa side which is expected to
play from the back under Lambert. An excellent signing, bigger clubs could
certainly come calling for this lad.
Written By,
Aman Arora
Aman is an Editor and writer for 18 Yard Box
Written By,
Aman Arora
Aman is an Editor and writer for 18 Yard Box
Lovely article mate
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