How GOOD is Frenkie De Jong ● Tactical Analysis | Skills (HD)
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Күн бұрынIn-depth tactical analysis of the biggest midfield talent of his generation... Frenkie De Jong. Struggling at Barcelona but linked to United - is Ten Hag the key to unlocking his multifaceted attributes? What is his best position and more importantly... just how good is he?
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0:00 Intro
0:31 Defending
1:46 Possession
2:43 Creativity
3:51 Long Passing
4:29 Dribbling
5:35 Goal Threat
7:24 Tactical Talkboard - Ajax
7:55 Tactical Talkboard- Barca
8:23 Tactical Talboard- Netherlands
8:55 Tactical Talkboard- Rumored Man Utd
10:01 Conclusion
@Sabrermk42 2 жыл бұрын
These videos are fantastic. Such a breath of fresh air versus the clickbait, low effort, content most of us are used to seeing. I’d love to see a video on Darwin Nunez. The prices being touted seem absurd in comparison to someone like Nkunku with a much more proven track record.
@PythagorasinBoots 2 жыл бұрын
Nunez should be out by the end of June - am keen to get a better insight into him and see if he lives up to the hype.
@nd6483 2 жыл бұрын
exactly
@bedeehiogu2159 Жыл бұрын
So amazing!
@blokkka9inety293 2 жыл бұрын
de Jong is such a" niche player"... not defensively aware and industrious enough to be a CDM... not really creative and impactful enough to be a box-to-box... but somehow, if u put him in the right system with the right players around him, he can bring such a unique dynamic to the game, absolutely beautiful to watch...
@AshMeppers 2 жыл бұрын
Sounds like someone familiar who just left us..
@PythagorasinBoots 2 жыл бұрын
Beautifully put!
@Minifliek 2 жыл бұрын
He's the kinda player you build your team around cause if you play him well hé Will be the best on the field.
@PythagorasinBoots 2 жыл бұрын
@@Minifliek Agreed!
@dikekamundu 2 жыл бұрын
Sounds like Pogba all over again.
@lol-eq2xk Жыл бұрын
The thing about de jong is he good at everything but dont excel at something that make him can play in your typical midfield role, this versatility is what make him special. He can be used at made an option and overload the oppossition at every stage of the game
@PythagorasinBoots Жыл бұрын
Agreed that’s why it takes a clever manager to be able to use him properly
@YMY_1999 2 жыл бұрын
After Modric, he is my second favourite player in football atm and I genuinely believe that he is the heir to Modric’s throne. FDJ can control games and his breaking of the lines with his gliding dribbling is the closest thing to Modric. Nice job for pointing out that FDJ is very much a caged bird under Xavi at Barcelona. They have him playing in this sort of free 8 role, when as he said himself, he is most comfortable when collecting from the centre-backs. His attacking movements are very good and I’m surprised he doesn’t get more goals because he has those Ramdeuter qualities too. But then again, he can’t be everything at once, can he?!
@PythagorasinBoots 2 жыл бұрын
Well he kind of tries to be everything which is one of the problems he faces at Barcelona - Xavi is the antithesis of that type of midfielder. He is someone who believes in specialisms, and a zonal approach.
@Niele160 2 жыл бұрын
Well, it sure doesn't look like it at the moment. Personally, I think he's quite overrated, but a good player nonetheless. Heir to Modric' throne? Modric is almost 37 years old and still blows this kid out of the water at the moment. He'll have his good games, but that one's a bit wild.
@PythagorasinBoots 2 жыл бұрын
@@Niele160 FWIW I don't think he will surpass Modric, just that his tactical profile is most similar to Modric out of the regista's he could be compared to. Furthermore it is worth noting Modric was 27 when he joined Madrid and was a nobody in terms of GOAT status at that stage of his career.
@YMY_1999 2 жыл бұрын
@@Niele160 when Modric was FDJ’s age he was still at Spurs and had not even played a UCL knockout game…I bet big on Modric back in 2010, everybody laughed at me and now he is the confirmed GOAT of midfielders. I am also betting big on FDJ although I fear that the dysfunction at United may limit his growth lol 🤣
@tombrady5587 2 жыл бұрын
@@YMY_1999 Anyone who watched Modric in England knew he was world class. There was a reason why Sir Alex wanted him for several years prior but Levy refused to sell him to United.
@PitchforkStudios Жыл бұрын
Keep making these. This is def one of the best player analysis series on YT already. Keep working and improving. \m/
@kevhaha2005 2 жыл бұрын
This is why vdb played so well then. They were extremely smart. None of the players on utd have a brain when it comes to passing the ball.
@PythagorasinBoots 2 жыл бұрын
Can't argue with that.
@aaron4310 2 жыл бұрын
no 90s dance music and just his best bits. great video. just what I was looking for
@lordaedin7139 2 жыл бұрын
You are very underrated . There are so many things that I agree with. Good to see an analysis KZfaqr with actual understanding with depth. Keep up the good work mate. You deserve more likes. Hoping to see your analysis on some players who I personally can’t watch.
@PythagorasinBoots 2 жыл бұрын
Appreciate it brother ❤️
@zimcoder 2 жыл бұрын
Based on this assesment, United should pay no more than 10 million pound.. there is no way you can watch this assessment and deem de Jong a top midfilder..
@airindex256 2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely love your channel, disappointed it's taking me this long to discover it because your content is exactly what I've been searching for!
@PythagorasinBoots 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks bud - a lot of analysis content out there doesn't want to hurt anyone's feelings in addition to seeing it from a coaches perspective (coaches voice excluded - great channel), which kind of inspired our team to create our own content.
@airindex256 2 жыл бұрын
@@PythagorasinBoots Agreed! And honestly, I'm kind of sick of KZfaq compilations cherry-picking clips. What I love about your work is how you talk about the strengths and weaknesses especially.
@ottopasley5697 2 жыл бұрын
Lots of analysis videos only talk about how great the player is, but not the weaknesses which is what I like about this account.
@PythagorasinBoots 2 жыл бұрын
Cheers Otto appreciate it!
@Blue-ek2zx Жыл бұрын
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@adenugaabdulhakeemolanrewa1153 Жыл бұрын
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@toluabisola 2 жыл бұрын
Just watched two of your video's and you now have a new subscriber. These are really well done and really like the style of the video's. Why can't other channels work out that we don't need/want to see the person making the video, we really only want to see video relevant video clips of the player in question with good graphics to highlight your talking points. Great stuff
@PythagorasinBoots 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Tolu appreciate it!
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@PythagorasinBoots 2 жыл бұрын
I noticed that my videos get blocked from certain territories - if you are affected by it and cannot see the video, drop a comment - I will set up a Patreon for the video to be uploaded on that platform too. Please also let me know what you think is De Jong's best position and if he should stay at Barca or go to United...
@JustBeingJim Жыл бұрын
Great video! Very interesting to see Fred so high in some of those rankings also.
@mudevilsbackyard 2 жыл бұрын
I can't believe this channel only have 5k subs Great work bro Keep.going
@PythagorasinBoots 2 жыл бұрын
Appreciate the love ❤️👍
@BigBox360 2 жыл бұрын
Your forum is really helpful and sophisticated. Can you kindly do one on both Kounde and Dembele?
@PythagorasinBoots 2 жыл бұрын
Kounde is the next video. Dembele I will do but not sure when, should be before season starts!
@delzsupreme 2 жыл бұрын
Good video. I expect De Jong to be a top signing mainly because Ten Hag knows his game to a Tee so he'll use him well, but we definitely need a defensive midfielder that can cover his flaws. Please do videos on Sangare from PSV, Cheick Doucoure from Lens and Kouadio Kone from Gladbach, three very promising and up-coming midfielders.
@PythagorasinBoots 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the suggestions, will have a look at them!
@ordinarysam775 2 жыл бұрын
Ten hag is going to use de jong and van de beek in double pivot with bruno as a ten
@mrbennett Жыл бұрын
@@ordinarysam775 A soft midfield.
@johnnysins9054 Жыл бұрын
He won’t downgrade bro
@sigfigronath Жыл бұрын
@@ordinarysam775 no CDM in that mid
@praiseb2980 Жыл бұрын
You goat'ed this analysis!
@capturedbymelu Жыл бұрын
Beautiful analysis, subscribed!!!
@PythagorasinBoots Жыл бұрын
Thank you Meluleki ❤️
@stocktonfiero5379 2 жыл бұрын
this is the most realistic and grounded video ive seen of De Jong in the internet. Subscribed!
@PythagorasinBoots 2 жыл бұрын
Sugar coating n hype jobbing is something I'll leave to to pro wrestling promoters.
@matthewborn8832 Жыл бұрын
Earned yourself a sub - well done.
@HishamR89 2 жыл бұрын
He's a system player and needs to be central to the teams play especially the build up phase. He's good enough to play as a cb so he has no issues defensively in the right setup. Kamara as stated in the video would've been a decent partner on paper but i think he ideally needs someone more combative and athletic like Bissouma or Bennacer. One of his greatest qualities is he disrupts the opposing teams shape through carrying the ball and encouraging them to press. As a result that frees up space for the attackers and prevents them from being double and tripled up.
@PythagorasinBoots 2 жыл бұрын
He needs to be the system. CB is easier than CDM in some respects because he can just sit rather than have to look over his shoulder. Less distractions on the ball too. Bissouma is not a CDM and Bennacer is another destroyer type who vacates his position. Agree that an athletic CDM might be a better fit i.e. a Declan Rice?
@HishamR89 2 жыл бұрын
@@PythagorasinBoots You're right about Bissouma and Bennacer but Bissouma especially has the ability to sit and hold his position. Might be tougher for Bennacer because his whole game is about carrying the ball and chasing opponents. Rice would be the perfect partner but we cant afford him. Realistically Bissouma and potentially Kessie seeing how incompetent Barca are could be great partners for FDJ.
@aaa741 2 жыл бұрын
Depends on the opponent
@loki4236 2 жыл бұрын
Wow i see Fred up there with the others This is a very well made video 📸
@PythagorasinBoots 2 жыл бұрын
Cheers Loki ❤️👍
@manniedelarosa1099 Жыл бұрын
Found your channel. Great videos, keep it up
@lj6469 4 ай бұрын
wonder if he would suit arsenal, a De Jong - Rice - Ødegaard midfield could be world class.
@adebomidavidoluwatoyin4563 2 жыл бұрын
This video is gold, no cap
@PythagorasinBoots 2 жыл бұрын
Cheers Adebomi ❤️
@Talos202 Жыл бұрын
man, so underrated channel. U deserve billion followers
@PythagorasinBoots Жыл бұрын
Thanks Talos
@ziyaadmahomed2060 2 жыл бұрын
Excellent analysis
@PythagorasinBoots 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Ziyaad - appreciate the kind words!
@akumar7366 Жыл бұрын
First time viwer , impressive analysis, top notch .
@PythagorasinBoots Жыл бұрын
Thank you Kumar appreciate it ❤️👍
@TheRajan199 2 жыл бұрын
Amazing content ☺️, love to see Eduardo Camavinga analysis.
@ali-hamzamuslam8875 2 жыл бұрын
What a top video this was a brilliant watch quality video👊👊
@PythagorasinBoots 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Ali-Hamza 👍
@iancollins1476 Жыл бұрын
Really good analysis.
@ericcartman1616 2 жыл бұрын
Very great video, but I think u underestimated De jong's versatility and adaptability. Obviously he has his own style of play but I believe he's among the most versatile players in the world and he's proved it several times. Under Koeman when Messi was playing as false 9 and was leaving the box empty, Fdj used to cover that area &sometimes be the most offensive player of Barça, almost like a false 9 him too. And he's had some games in central defence too and he was good at that position. I think he can adapt to every role in midfield:CDM, DM,OM RM....
@thewatchman9540 Жыл бұрын
He did also play as a sweeper/CB for ten Haag back when he was at Ajax. I think Pythagoras undervalues FDJ’s versatility within the system.
@pedrigreenwood4140 Жыл бұрын
I think u guys overrated him
@nabeelahmad_ 2 жыл бұрын
De jong is not played at his position in barca, he was Uefa midfielder of the season at just 21 yrs age at ajax. Want his analysis next season too under ETH😉🔥
@PythagorasinBoots 2 жыл бұрын
Let’s hope he gets to ETH first before I promise anything lol!
@nabeelahmad_ 2 жыл бұрын
@@PythagorasinBoots 🤞🏻❤️
@84jordie 2 жыл бұрын
Same thing with Pogba was not played in his preffered postion at Man United.
@nabeelahmad_ 2 жыл бұрын
@@84jordie sorry but Pogba was tried at every position at utd, he just wasn't consistent enough. But I'm 100% sure he'll be lit with Juve but at utd he was shit, same goes with lingard who'll be fire if he goes to west ham but never with utd
@84jordie 2 жыл бұрын
@@nabeelahmad_ nah he just wasn't played in his position. how come you will know he plays well for Juventus and not for Utd if it was Pogba himself that was bad? He will be excellent for France in WC again I feel, and for Juventus. Shows that it's the system, not the player. If you said it was Balotelli, then maybe you can blame the player because he is shit no matter for club or country bar a few games per season.
@ayushsharma9036 Жыл бұрын
Great analysis - easy watch. De jong does look like he has the makings of a modern day pirlo mixed with a little bit of Iniesta.
@woutervaanhold7907 Жыл бұрын
Please put Iniesta’s output stats in there as well. You’ll be surprised that they aren’t that high while he was playing in such a dominant team. Iniesta controlled the game and made attacks happen. Frenkie does the same thing (at least for Ajax and NL). He shouldn’t be judged on goals and assists
@Baldii99 Жыл бұрын
Think in terms of his passes per 90 you have to take in to consideration the system and his role at barca, he’s played far higher up than he was at ajax, when he joins united he’ll be played in the 6 and I personally believe he’s much better there. The same with modric as it’s kroos who’s the one setting the tempo at RM.
@JordiBalaguerMiralles 2 жыл бұрын
To know the amount of their 'weakness' that are due to Xavi, could be nice to have same analysis bu with the neetherlands also in the numbers, not only tactical! But Very Good work, Pythagoras!
@PythagorasinBoots 2 жыл бұрын
That is already covered in the video if you go to the tactical breakdown section.
@JordiBalaguerMiralles 2 жыл бұрын
@@PythagorasinBoots yess but i mean the data, the statistics. This video is fantastic, I hope Barça don't sell him...
@truthseeker683 2 жыл бұрын
Barca don't need him and Xavi don't suit him.... so better he go to a manager who knows how to use him....
@kkingsley4373 Жыл бұрын
Awesome!
@PythagorasinBoots Жыл бұрын
Cheers!
@owanmah2933 Жыл бұрын
Frenkie De Jong is such a polarizing player. He's someone who needs very specific conditions to operate at his maximum, and with the amount of talent in Barcelona's midfield, it seems hard to justify sacrificing the likes of Pedri or Gavi just so de Jong can thrive. But on the other hand, if these conditions are met, de Jong can bring your team into incredible heights. I think it would be interesting to see how de Jong would operate with the likes of Franck Kessie, who is a really physical and dominant midfielder. Either way, as a hardcore de Jong fanboy, I hope he finds success and is able to live up to at least most of what his potential suggests, whether it's at Barcelona or not.
@1989ElLoco Жыл бұрын
If you can totally dominate the match, it's worth sacrificing another player imo.
@towsifkhan4737 2 жыл бұрын
Amazing analysis bro... Your every video is perfect.. Btw Can make a video about Bruno Guimarães, i think he is a great midfielder.. His can be one of best the mid in next Premier League
@PythagorasinBoots 2 жыл бұрын
Sure bud, will try to get it done before the season starts.
@towsifkhan4737 2 жыл бұрын
@@PythagorasinBoots tnx..keep up ur good work bro 🥰
@daconvertiblebaby69 2 жыл бұрын
Do a video on pedri or gavi. Maybe modric or bernardo silva or kdb as well
@peterkeyroad3527 2 жыл бұрын
Impressive analysis, i have to say. Qua talent one of the best if not the best midfielder righ nowt, but only when you give him the freedom and Frenkie should put the bar higher for himself. He not only can run the show put also has the the talent to decide the show.
@PythagorasinBoots 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Peter - agree with all that. Let me know if you have any suggestions for future videos.
@1989ElLoco Жыл бұрын
Yes, as a Dutchman I agree. Even though he is already showing flair, he needs to show it more to get everything out of his talent. More dribling, beating defenders and more shooting on the goal. At the same time, if he does that too much and it fails he will loose his fragile position under xavi. I hope xavi will get the best out of him.
@jonahkline6464 2 жыл бұрын
Where did you get all those stat pages from? They are awesome and I would like to look more into them.
@PythagorasinBoots 2 жыл бұрын
Wyscout 👍
@yunarukami14 Жыл бұрын
0:30 You really thought that I would miss that debacle of a pun.
@lucashansson2283 2 жыл бұрын
Also, could you do a video on Wirtz and Nkunku? wondering if either of them would work as an 8 or as a false 9/CF in a Barca system
@PythagorasinBoots 2 жыл бұрын
Sure I’ll get a video done on these guys too.. and I’ll confirm my answer to that question after I do!
@ismailowolabi2507 2 жыл бұрын
Nice work! Can you please do a video analysis on Rice too?
@PythagorasinBoots 2 жыл бұрын
That will come soon!
@giorgosgiannakoudis2308 Жыл бұрын
What do you think about the way xavi currently uses de jong? Who would be the perfect partner for de jong as a cdm? Kimmich, zubimendi and amrabat are rumoured
@giovannygon18 Жыл бұрын
would love to see you do some videos for pedri, iniesta, and ronaldinho
@Permeatio 2 жыл бұрын
Amazing videos . Pedri analysis soon?
@PythagorasinBoots 2 жыл бұрын
Yes, aiming for start of season. Focusing on transfer targets at the moment.
@nasryukendo1535 Жыл бұрын
3:01 cmon bro ur the one who made the vid🤣😭,great vid nonetheless bro keep it up🤟
@user-tc3zu3xt3r 2 жыл бұрын
Great videos, Gavi soon?
@PythagorasinBoots 2 жыл бұрын
Yes will add to the list. Kounde next.
@wonderboy855 Жыл бұрын
Great and very unique content great work please make episode on pedri
@PythagorasinBoots Жыл бұрын
Thank you Hassan - will do soon 👍
@David-ol3ls Жыл бұрын
Great vid as always but I don't agree with the part where you said xavi wants to dispose of him 7:30 Xavi has stated multiple times publicly how he relies on de jong and how he counts on him for the future.
@yurhomi4478 2 жыл бұрын
I liken De Jong to Kovacic. Not defensively disciplined enough to play a single pivot, brilliant at playing out of the back and beating the press etc. I think he was seriously mis-profiled with the Busquets comparisons.
@PythagorasinBoots 2 жыл бұрын
Agreed, only difference I would say is De Jong picks it up even deeper than Kovacic and has better composure in front of goal. His range of passing is superior too. Kovacic is a more physical animal though so he can cover ground faster, play at a higher tempo etc.
@Bello9848 Жыл бұрын
@@PythagorasinBoots do you think they can play together in a pivot because FDJ is being heavily linked to Chelsea
@eurevikz6558 2 жыл бұрын
I said this in one of your other videos but I'd like to see a video of konate he was liverpools best player in ucl final and finally got called up for france
@PythagorasinBoots 2 жыл бұрын
Don't worry I haven't forgotten.
@oa9606 11 ай бұрын
Reminds me of how Riquelme was restricted at Barcelona
@johnjwjwjw3062 22 күн бұрын
Nop Riquelme was a game changer creative outlet player who's worth giving the freedom and van gaal didn't give him that meanwhile frankie isn't that he can't change the game on his own or is a creative outlet to giving him the freedom, wouldn't make any sense
@jt19933 Жыл бұрын
So basically, he's young, supremely talented and needs a coach to help him blossom. Cool.
@PythagorasinBoots Жыл бұрын
Pretty much but he has Stockholm syndrome
@Bello9848 Жыл бұрын
@@PythagorasinBoots you didn't just say that😭
@buffalosowljah373 Жыл бұрын
klopp is the master at that then ;)
@IkeSpeaksUp Жыл бұрын
My god, he would kill it at Liverpool
@jithinkarikombil 2 жыл бұрын
Do a video on Ibrahim Sangare as well bro!
@simbachoga5930 2 жыл бұрын
Top video, well analysed. After watching this now as a United fan i have a concern on which role he actually will play. He is not a CDM for me, his qualities are actually running forward with the ball box-box type of play, so if we are putting all this effort for a player who won't be a CDM then we could be making another mistake because i think we have enough number eights in the squad. How do you see him fit Pythagoras?
@lancerevo9747 2 жыл бұрын
De Jong and James Garner are a midfield combination that can work, as Garner is disciplined at positioning, has good long passing, has high defensive work rate, good in the air and is a long range goal threat. He's everything de Jong is not.
@reecemesser Жыл бұрын
@@lancerevo9747 Garner😭😂😭
@reecemesser Жыл бұрын
Man U fans most deluded in football
@lancerevo9747 Жыл бұрын
@@reecemesser I'm talking about a player that United already has that works best with de Jong, above McTominay and Fred. You must be really stupid if you think those two are better than Garner.
@Michaelkaydee 2 жыл бұрын
He's definitely not a DM ... Great progressor of the ball and controller of the game... let's hope that ten Hag gets him to develop his talent to the highest level...
@moonbaby6134 Жыл бұрын
Could you do one on James Maddison at Leicester. Utd are looking at Tielemens but I think Maddison is a better option.
@davidr1138 Жыл бұрын
Agreed about Kamara.
@otty3977 Жыл бұрын
With all his skills, he needs to be used more like Wesley Sneijder was used. he has a good shot, good passing and decent defensive work and his dribble is sensational.
@PythagorasinBoots Жыл бұрын
Very misunderstood players who are capable of greatness
@mha916 5 ай бұрын
Not at all similar to Sneijder. Sneijder is a creative attacking midfielder, whereas de Jong excels at breaking the opponents pressure. Although people outside of the NL fail to notice that that is his greatest value.
@wassimabed5430 2 жыл бұрын
I have 2 questions : -What is your opinion on Casemiro as he is bad at playmaking and area covering -What is the best position for David Alaba (CB or LB)
@blokkka9inety293 2 жыл бұрын
Alaba's is CDM
@PythagorasinBoots 2 жыл бұрын
Disagree. He was bang average as a midfielder for Austria.
@PythagorasinBoots 2 жыл бұрын
Casemiro playmaking is underrated - he is ageing and not as industrious in terms of pitch coverage so he looks bad now. In his prime, he could cover ground well. Overall a GOAT level defensive midfielder who Madrista's will no doubt never forget. As for Alaba's best position, I still think prime Alaba at left back was > his current version at CB but he's been one helluva footballer to be able to adapt to that role and do so well.
@blokkka9inety293 2 жыл бұрын
@@PythagorasinBoots i saw him play in a double pivot at Bayern few years ago under Pep. He was ballin tbf
@samsonkalninsbrough4936 2 жыл бұрын
One of my favourite midfielders to watch at the moment. He has an incredible feel for the game. Question is, if he doesn't go to United and join forces again with Ten Hag, what other team/manager would get the best out of him?
@PythagorasinBoots 2 жыл бұрын
I think a team like Real Madrid to replace Modric - don’t kill me Barcelona fans. Possibly at Liverpool if Thiago hadn’t got there first. He needs a team that dominates ball but not in a systematic way with licence to express and elements of transitional focus.
@peterkeyroad3527 2 жыл бұрын
The team that let's Frenkie be Frenkie. He was always a difficult player to coach because he didn't listen and follows his own instincts, but coaches such as Ten Hag, Koeman, Van Gaal and even De Boer, know that his talents will bring the team at a higher level, and did give him that freedom.
@ryananchondo2506 2 жыл бұрын
he’d be deadly in a side like Man City
@lordaedin7139 2 жыл бұрын
@@ryananchondo2506 no mate. Xavi pep they play the same way with zones given to their players to play in. Frenkie needs the freedom. It will be the same scenario under pep like how he is under xavi right now
@thewomble1509 2 жыл бұрын
@@ryananchondo2506 He wouldn't last five minutes under Guardiola. I think the Utd board are doing exactly what they have done for the last ten years, "look,look, we're buying one of the best players in the World, how can you criticise us?"
@j8lech Жыл бұрын
Definitely more than enough data to solidify that he is not a cdm and United NEEDS to purchase a quality cdm like Lisandro, Kante, or Rice to go along with him, especially with the loss of Matic or their defense will be obliterated this season.
@dcab5302 2 жыл бұрын
I need the Declan rice video mate!
@PythagorasinBoots 2 жыл бұрын
It’s coming!
@sususegar 2 жыл бұрын
Very strange to say he needs to cover less ground and focus more energy on being a goal threat, when earlier his weakness in defending is due to not covering grounds. If he were to be a regista then direct goal threats definitely isn't his primary function and role is as a midfielder. Having checked him out a few times at Ajax and closer during EURO 2020 (but less with Barca), the comparison with Iniesta is quite accurate - he carries in very similar fashion under pressure and can spread play around or break lines himself. But I think he will not really work well with Fred (not a true DM) or Bruno (total opposite mentality with ball usage). If I have to choose, I'd rather keep Fred as he'd work better with VDB instead of Bruno.
@PythagorasinBoots 2 жыл бұрын
The point was more that because he’s spreading his energy too much in different areas - the stats will be weak as a reflection of that. Very hard to be in all three thirds and then expect to see amazing stats - but having said that, he is having weaker stats in all these areas compared to other midfielders who also operate in all three thirds like Verratti or Modric. So he does need to up his game as well as be placed in a more appropriate tactical environment at club level.
@sususegar 2 жыл бұрын
@@PythagorasinBoots I don't disagree with the weaker stats, I just think he should improve his defensive parts more than being a direct goal threat since he naturally works around a deeper area more. As as United fan I've seen a lot of laziness from Pogba at United, he can't do the same if he were to play in the PL. Probably attacking wise, he does need to improve his pre-assists and xA. Just not so much on being a direct goal threat.
@mhmd127 Жыл бұрын
do a pedri one brother
@darnelsharpe7597 Жыл бұрын
Pogba part 2 if we are not careful, great analysis
@PythagorasinBoots Жыл бұрын
Luckily we have ETH who understands him better than anyone.
@nananou1687 Жыл бұрын
Can you do a video on konrad laimer and ibrahima sangare
@endrajithravanan7208 Жыл бұрын
You should do one for Ruben Neves
@PythagorasinBoots Жыл бұрын
Added to list
@santiagovlz 2 жыл бұрын
Plz do a video on Camavinga 🙏🙏🙏
@mohammadmahmood5427 Жыл бұрын
He’d be an upgrade on Xhaka but needs to be bulk a bit for the midfield battles in the EPL
@zacharymarx2348 2 жыл бұрын
Nice video. Did not convince me that he is not busquets replacement. Him vacating the deep midfield position for a dribble is not a bad thing in a position based side who creates a ton of opportunities such as Barca. His press resistance reminds me a lot of the great dribbling moves busquets uses. Maybe his defensive awareness needs some improvement, but he has the physicality and tenacity to get where he needs to be. There is no player like busquets, so to say he is the replacement isn't far. But I believe he can be extremely successful if given the ability to make the position his own, to get out of the busquets comparisons. I do believe there is no player like de jong.
@PythagorasinBoots 2 жыл бұрын
If you look at the way Busquets dribbles it is more in tight spaces and he doesn’t really gallop forwards on long dribbles, it is usually short sharp and efficient to just escape the press and then release the pass. Furthermore you wouldn’t see Busquets in the final third or out of position as often in his prime. He’s much stronger in the air and just an all round better defensive player. De Jong can only play there if you use more destroyer type mids around him to create an AC Milan type midfield under Carlo - that isn’t going to happen if you want to develop Gavi and Pedri.
@owanmah2933 Жыл бұрын
@@PythagorasinBoots I agree, with busquets his dribbles aren't even really like dribbles, more like small press-resisting actions. Interesting you mention destroyer mids and AC Milan, what are your thoughts on Franck Kessie possibly playing alongside FDJ?
@christophero3561 Жыл бұрын
@Pythagoras in Boots what makes you think Gavi beside Frenkie would not make a solid defensive midfield It just requires them to be disciplined, when one makes an attacking run, the other drops behind. Which is the typical Barcelona style anyway
@salvationchiemezie.5228 2 жыл бұрын
Do Ethan Ampadu Analysis for Venezia CDM too
@PythagorasinBoots 2 жыл бұрын
He looks a baller - will add to the list!
@sauradeepguharoy2151 2 жыл бұрын
Fantastic analysis, do you think United need a specialist CDM to play alongside De Jong to offer him the free role which suits him better. PL is the most physically demanding league so don't think it'll be a good idea to play him as the holding midfielder.
@PythagorasinBoots 2 жыл бұрын
Yes I do or at least two top class box to box midfielders around him to do the battling for him.
@truthseeker683 2 жыл бұрын
Frankie is not a CDM... he is attacking mid... who carries ball from deep and distribute to forwards... i still don't understand why everyone thinks he is CDM... United need a top CDM....
@sauradeepguharoy2151 2 жыл бұрын
@@truthseeker683 You're absolutely right. Frankie is a CM and to bring the best out of him a CDM will be needed or else he'll remain restricted just like Barca. Don't know why United chasing Eriksen instead of a CDM.
@LDMazz.D 2 жыл бұрын
Can you do ‘How good was Michael Laudrup?’ Pls👏🏾🇳🇬!!
@PythagorasinBoots 2 жыл бұрын
I’ll add that to the list 👍
@ronald695 2 жыл бұрын
Analyse HIM in the Dutch national team der we use him the correct we and is he amazing
@DavidVillalba17 2 жыл бұрын
Please do a video on Milan
@oubeidhajji3430 Жыл бұрын
I think xavi finally figured it out with de jong!
@MARKO-ol6ev 2 жыл бұрын
You should do Pedri
@PythagorasinBoots 2 жыл бұрын
Will do. Before season starts, pre world cup.
@jasonalvarez6441 Жыл бұрын
Who would u pick to replace busquets ?
@lucashansson2283 2 жыл бұрын
Great video as always, have a feeling you’ll really blow up soon. As a Barca fan, I really want de Jong to stay, get why you want him to leave for manu though. What would be the best possible way to set up De Jong and which would be the ideal players/signings to pair him with? Can he be converted into a DM to fit Pedri and Gavi (or 2 8s) or is it better to get an athletic DM like tchouameni or Rice (probably unrealistic af) to have the possibility of a DM and either 2 8s or an 8 and De Jong?
@PythagorasinBoots 2 жыл бұрын
I see that midfield as too lightweight and lacks balance defensively. Rice is not a good fit for Barca - he’s too expensive and he lacks the skills in tight spaces to be a Busquets replacement - he suits a more British style of football where he can break with the ball but doesn’t control the game in a tiki taka type of way and pop passes around in defensive third. Tchouameni I see more of a destroyer at this stage of his career, he could potentially become a CDM but will need to curb his aggressive ball winning instincts and also become more slicker in tight spaces. No standout candidates at the moment tbf who are at smaller clubs.
@lucashansson2283 2 жыл бұрын
@@PythagorasinBoots Sad but true:/ What would you do if you were in Xavis position? Sell frenkie and buy an 8 and maybe DM replacement or keep frenkie and wait for a better DM to play along with frenkie and pedri?
@radityamulyawan4069 Жыл бұрын
I think, u should make another video for de jong.
@AnonNomad 2 жыл бұрын
I feel like he's in the catagory of players that have conversations about them start with 'if only...' with the likes of Javier Pastore and Henrique Ganso.
@PythagorasinBoots 2 жыл бұрын
Perhaps but he's in a different league talent wise to those two IMO.
@confidenceismymiddlename Жыл бұрын
I'd like a video on Rodrygo
@gunjankumar7210 2 жыл бұрын
Please make a video on Ibrahim Sangaré
@PythagorasinBoots 2 жыл бұрын
Will add to the list Gunjan!
@ahmadfirdausahmadtajuddin3988 4 ай бұрын
Long term... can united put him and mainoo with a proper young cdm in united mid 3? With no bruno
@Boy_O_Boy 2 жыл бұрын
The best position for FDJ would be the regista role!All he needs is a battering ram midfielder like Gattuso beside him as his partner!Though he loves Barca,Premier league or Serie A will suit him much more!
@PythagorasinBoots 2 жыл бұрын
Yes he reminds me of a Pirlo/Modric hybrid. He would do well in that deeper role but only if he is surrounded by guys like a Tchouameni/Kante who do the donkey work for him.
@Boy_O_Boy 2 жыл бұрын
@@PythagorasinBootsThanks for the video and great analysis Bro!
@bryngefferies7530 Жыл бұрын
If Frenkie DeJong doesn't want to come to our Club then bring the best Alternative & preferred choice Ryan Gravenberch & Nicola Barella would be excellent additions to our Club then we can seriously challenge for league & champions league Next season!
@mateuscavalcanti168 2 жыл бұрын
Do one for Dembele please
@PythagorasinBoots 2 жыл бұрын
He’s on the list. Will do.
@hypervictory3329 Жыл бұрын
Pls review ryan gravenberch
@daconvertiblebaby69 2 жыл бұрын
Do a video on gundogan
@PythagorasinBoots 2 жыл бұрын
Will do - thanks for the suggestion 👍
@michelgi6499 2 жыл бұрын
I hope he will be reunited at United with ten Hag.
@PythagorasinBoots 2 жыл бұрын
Me too Michel!
@q-blaze5961 2 жыл бұрын
His best period in Barca was when Koeman used him as a libero between two CBs.
@smokeloc73 Жыл бұрын
long live the libero
@Buffbison55 2 жыл бұрын
I’m a Fred fan. United fans seem to crap on him sometimes, because he’s not a great playmaker. I think de jong would fit in well next to him, because Fred isn’t a dribbler. he’s an excellent pass and move player, but can’t win one on one’s in the midfield due to his size. Just my opinion tho
@PythagorasinBoots 2 жыл бұрын
I agree but you would still need one more mid to complete that combination. Fred De Jong and Bruno lacks balance as a trio. I do not believe Fred and Bruno can co exist in the same midfield unless it’s a diamond.
@Buffbison55 Жыл бұрын
@@PythagorasinBoots I agree with that. De Jong, bruno, and a Declan rice type would be a fun balanced midfield.
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