18 Yard Box analyses how the versatile midfielder will complete the picture at Liverpool
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| Rodgers proudly unveils his new signing |
This week Liverpool announced the signing of young Turk Nuri Sahin from Real Madrid on a season long loan. Adding to the summer acquisitions of Fabio Borini, Joe Allen, Oussama Assaidi, Brendan Rodgers considers Sahin to be the answer to his midfield woes. A real next generation superstar, Nuri Sahin might just be the 'signing of the season' for the Merseysiders.
18 Yard Box's Pranav Shenoy closely looks at what this midfield ace brings to the Liverpool lineup.
Injury and then bench
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| An injured Sahin looks from the Bench |
Impressed with his talent and passing skills, Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho signed this gem for a bargain price of 10 million Euros from Borussia Dortmund. However, injury has prevented this rising star from breaking through to the first team and showing his true ability and class. Moreover after he returned he spent most of his time warming the bench or playing in an unusual left back position. His frustrations became evident and he soon demanded Mourinho for a loan move away from the club.
Playing style
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| Sahin : A true holding midfielder |
The 23 year old is a typical left footed, defensive midfielder known for his ability to open opposition defenses with his wonderful passing range and deft touches.. He can also contribute in defense with his strong, well timed tackles resembling Arsenal's Jack Wilshere..Having played in Germany Sahin knows the physical side of the game and would fit in the Premier League well. The 'pass master,' as he is called, will bring much needed enterprise into midfield which was missing since the departure of Xabi Alonso.
Is Sahin the next Alonso?
Xabi Alonso was a crowd favourite during his time at Anfield and it is on the pitch that Liverpool miss him the most. His partnership with Steven Gerrard and Fernando Torres was one of the best in the world. The Spaniard could pass the ball with accurate precision and create good chances in midfield from practically nothing. Moreover, he would never shy away from taking a shot at goal. His presence also gave his teammates and manager a sense of security in midfield. Alonso’s defending attributes are something Liverpool needs urgently. However, his 30million move to Real Madrid left Liverpool with a void yet to be filled. Sahin is very similar to Alonso when it comes to playing style. His distinct passing game will impress the hard-core might gain many plaudits.
The Rodgers’ plan
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| Will Rodgers' master plan work? |
A lot will depend on the formation Brendan Rodgers will enforce keeping in mind the opposition. Brendan Rodgers' attraction for the short passing, 'Arsenal-esque' style of play has been evident since his Swansea days.
If he plays a 4-3-3 and 4-2-3-1 or the customary 4-4-2 we can expect Nuri Sahin to flourish in his role. Joe Allen and Lucas Leiva are other players who can fit in this system of play and patiently build attacks from the middle. The trio can dictate terms in midfield play and provide Downing and Gerrard with wonderful through balls and lobs while on the attack. Luis Suarez and Fabio Borini as the two forwards bring speed, guile and trickery to their game. Liverpool are spoilt for choice when it comes to selecting a midfield but rest assured Sahin will find his place in the playing XI with the injury problems Lucas faces with.
Comment:Sahin needs to prove his worth on the pitch. How much can u he add to his game in the Premier League? A question which Sahin will let his game answer as and when he gets his chance. But all Liverpool fans will be on the lookout for ‘Sahin’tilating performances from him.
Written By,
Pranav Shenoy
Pranav is an Editor and writer for 18 Yard Box
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