He’s had a few bad games but he’s also been the most creative force in the team all season. His effectiveness has become somewhat diminished as teams have targeted him and our home form and at times, style of play, has been god awful.
I recall stats from our first 4 games when he had been brilliant yet had made about 2 sprints. Since the fine start to the season he has been injured and the team have changed the style of play more than once to a more defensive brand. Not excuses, facts yet his return has been impressive.
Given we were told by all the haters that we were getting a washed up overrated crock I’m quite pleased how he has adapted to his first season in the premier league.
Nothing wrong with calling him out if he has a bad game but he’s easily the most gifted playmaker in the squad who has the ability to do and see things during a game that most others can’t. He’s as slow as a snail but expecting him to be a dynamic runner is like asking wee Messi to be a big Dunc-esque arial presence. We’re lucky to have this player it’s just a shame we’re struggling to surround him with more capable players on a regular basis while another talisman - Richarlison - continues to stink the place out.