Para1140
Well-Known Member
Just looking back at a previous thread on Bristol City forum regarding JD when his contract was finishing as to whether they should offer him a new one prior to us signing him.
some interesting comments that basically reflect exactly what we are now seeing and his weaknesses. It appears nothing has changed and you have to ask if fans can see these weaknesses in his game then why didnt we.
Posted January 2, 2023
Not for me, really can't see what he brings to the team. Going forward his crossing is nowhere near as good as Cam Pring and defensively he is easily targeted. It is a position for me that needs strengthening.
I think the main question is could you get better in the market?
Ryan Manning (Swansea) is approaching the end of his deal, and is a more physical option. Loves a challenge.
I have two main concerns with Dasilva.
1. He doesn’t offer the attacking threat that we get with Pring. He gets forward and then cuts back onto his right foot, which he never uses and we then lose momentum of the attack.
2. Physical teams target his side of the pitch with target men. We then have to push a centre back across to cover.
He’s a good championship player, but for me Pring is a better fit for the team in our current set-up.
I thought Dasilva was brilliant during his loan season, but hasn’t hit the heights (pardon the pun) since.
Posted January 2, 2023
On reduced terms. Yes, as competition.
He’s been a disappointing signing for me. I thought he was incredible during his loan period. I know he’s had some nasty injuries but has never fulfilled his potential during his time here. I thought the £2million fee was a bargain at the time. What a shame
Posted January 2, 2023
Too weak
Posted January 2, 2023
It's a no from me. Been part of a very leaky defence for too long.
Posted January 2, 2023
I believe that his size and the fact that he can't use his right foot, lets him down. Not strong enough as a left back and not creative enough as a wing back. I would prefer someone a harder as a defender and creative as an attacker
IMO Get rid............he is not worth his salary...........and often flatters to deceive. It is hard to believe that he is a product of the Chelsea Academy?
some interesting comments that basically reflect exactly what we are now seeing and his weaknesses. It appears nothing has changed and you have to ask if fans can see these weaknesses in his game then why didnt we.
Posted January 2, 2023
Not for me, really can't see what he brings to the team. Going forward his crossing is nowhere near as good as Cam Pring and defensively he is easily targeted. It is a position for me that needs strengthening.
I think the main question is could you get better in the market?
Ryan Manning (Swansea) is approaching the end of his deal, and is a more physical option. Loves a challenge.
I have two main concerns with Dasilva.
1. He doesn’t offer the attacking threat that we get with Pring. He gets forward and then cuts back onto his right foot, which he never uses and we then lose momentum of the attack.
2. Physical teams target his side of the pitch with target men. We then have to push a centre back across to cover.
He’s a good championship player, but for me Pring is a better fit for the team in our current set-up.
I thought Dasilva was brilliant during his loan season, but hasn’t hit the heights (pardon the pun) since.
Posted January 2, 2023
On reduced terms. Yes, as competition.
He’s been a disappointing signing for me. I thought he was incredible during his loan period. I know he’s had some nasty injuries but has never fulfilled his potential during his time here. I thought the £2million fee was a bargain at the time. What a shame
Posted January 2, 2023
Too weak
Posted January 2, 2023
It's a no from me. Been part of a very leaky defence for too long.
Posted January 2, 2023
Know this as a fact?
I believe that his size and the fact that he can't use his right foot, lets him down. Not strong enough as a left back and not creative enough as a wing back. I would prefer someone a harder as a defender and creative as an attacker
IMO Get rid............he is not worth his salary...........and often flatters to deceive. It is hard to believe that he is a product of the Chelsea Academy?
Very simple. No. He can't beat his man, can't cross and is a liability in the air. Much better value available for far less salary