.Williamson. 81,469 Posted March 19, 2021 Share Posted March 19, 2021 Developing into a great player atm. Thought he was the one real positive from last night. This tackle and shouting to McGregor to get the ball back as he gets back to his feet the highlight https://streamable.com/1tc46o Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevemac 4,972 Posted March 19, 2021 Share Posted March 19, 2021 noticed the tackle as didnt watch the game in full, outstanding. if a cunt ever deserved an upgrade on FIFA, its him Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bears 791 Posted March 19, 2021 Share Posted March 19, 2021 Excellent tackle, and immediately saw the advantage of getting the ball straight back. That and making his way towards their goal, just a pity he couldn't at least work their reserve keeper. Looks like he has a great future Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Blues 375 Posted March 19, 2021 Share Posted March 19, 2021 He has done well but we miss Tav on that side for big games like this (along with Dan the man) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mitre_mouldmaster 21,509 Posted March 19, 2021 Share Posted March 19, 2021 Think he is showing real promise. I still think he is a few levels behind Tav, but that is only to be expected. He will no doubt have bad games, but its important to be patient with him. His challenge yesterday was immense! In an attacking sense he didnt offer a huge amount. Seemed to be a bit frightened to take on his man down the outside and chopped in and laid off the ball instead. Think that might have been under instruction though to keep things tighter at the back. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
STEPPS BOY 73,142 Posted March 19, 2021 Share Posted March 19, 2021 Be interesting to see what happens when Tav is fit. This boy is too good to sit on bench. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevemac 4,972 Posted March 19, 2021 Share Posted March 19, 2021 1 minute ago, STEPPS BOY said: Be interesting to see what happens when Tav is fit. This boy is too good to sit on bench. Think he will feature in less important fixtures, early cup ties etc. and off the bench at the latter stages of games to rest Tav somewhat. Although Tav has unbelievable stamina and fitness, a rest is never a bad thing, even for 10-15 minutes a game. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mitre_mouldmaster 21,509 Posted March 19, 2021 Share Posted March 19, 2021 2 minutes ago, STEPPS BOY said: Be interesting to see what happens when Tav is fit. This boy is too good to sit on bench. I have been wondering that as well. I have been a Tav cheerleader through his worst spells, but I could see the sense in maybe cashing in this summer on him if we get a great offer. Patterson is not as good as Tav, but he can certainly play at a decent level already and will only improve with game time. If we could cash in on Tav, take a slight downturn on quality in the RB position whilst we give Patterson game time and reinvest the Tav money in other areas to improve the team, it could be a win-win. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
STEPPS BOY 73,142 Posted March 19, 2021 Share Posted March 19, 2021 21 minutes ago, mitre_mouldmaster said: I have been wondering that as well. I have been a Tav cheerleader through his worst spells, but I could see the sense in maybe cashing in this summer on him if we get a great offer. Patterson is not as good as Tav, but he can certainly play at a decent level already and will only improve with game time. If we could cash in on Tav, take a slight downturn on quality in the RB position whilst we give Patterson game time and reinvest the Tav money in other areas to improve the team, it could be a win-win. Difficult one as a decent run in team for Patterson and he becomes an asset (financially) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mitre_mouldmaster 21,509 Posted March 19, 2021 Share Posted March 19, 2021 Just now, STEPPS BOY said: Difficult one as a decent run in team for Patterson and he becomes an asset (financially) Yea agreed. Its actually annoying that Tav is such a fucking athlete. He hates being taken off as well! If it was a situation where we could bring Patterson on for regular game time it would not be such a big issue, but other than this freak incident with Tav, he never misses games and plays every minute! I think Patterson is ready for game time, so grudgingly, if the money is right, I would sell Tav and strengthen the midfield. If for any reason we were not offered top dollar for Tav, I would keep him and look to maybe loan Patterson out to a club outside of Scotland. I just dont rate Scottish clubs for developing players. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LookingForEric 133 Posted March 19, 2021 Share Posted March 19, 2021 Patterson suspension is looming so necessary to have Tav back in situ. What might be interesting is to see Tav in right midfield with Patterson playing full back. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnstone Burgh 1,635 Posted March 19, 2021 Share Posted March 19, 2021 4 minutes ago, LookingForEric said: Patterson suspension is looming so necessary to have Tav back in situ. What might be interesting is to see Tav in right midfield with Patterson playing full back. We don’t really play a right midfielder/winger. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blue Avenger 22,567 Posted March 19, 2021 Share Posted March 19, 2021 This lad is going to evolve into one of our greats. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
STEPPS BOY 73,142 Posted March 19, 2021 Share Posted March 19, 2021 6 minutes ago, mitre_mouldmaster said: Yea agreed. Its actually annoying that Tav is such a fucking athlete. He hates being taken off as well! If it was a situation where we could bring Patterson on for regular game time it would not be such a big issue, but other than this freak incident with Tav, he never misses games and plays every minute! I think Patterson is ready for game time, so grudgingly, if the money is right, I would sell Tav and strengthen the midfield. If for any reason we were not offered top dollar for Tav, I would keep him and look to maybe loan Patterson out to a club outside of Scotland. I just dont rate Scottish clubs for developing players. Frimpong 12 million apparently and can’t defend. That shows the money up for grabs with youngsters and what i see of Patterson he looks built for Premiership which is even bigger money. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
.Williamson. 81,469 Posted March 19, 2021 Author Share Posted March 19, 2021 11 minutes ago, LookingForEric said: Patterson suspension is looming so necessary to have Tav back in situ. What might be interesting is to see Tav in right midfield with Patterson playing full back. No Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
don logan 8,023 Posted March 19, 2021 Share Posted March 19, 2021 Thought he was our MOTM last night. He got a bit of a roasting in the first leg so was great to see he had learned from it. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluenoz 30,287 Posted March 19, 2021 Share Posted March 19, 2021 The boy is ready, I have no doubts about that. It can be a ruthless game sometimes. Once Tav hoists the trophy that he deserves, it may be time to cash in on him. I'm not advertising that but we have an option now. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
five stars 1,606 Posted March 19, 2021 Share Posted March 19, 2021 With his pace and running power reminds me a little of the young Durrant. We need to give Patterson the ball more in advanced areas as he's got the ability to run passed defenders or cut inside. He also has the ability to hit the bye line and cut it back. At times it seems the more senior players aren't using Patterson enough and preferring to go down the left side or through the middle. If he keeps progressing he's gonna be a far better player than Tav. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
GA1972 9,057 Posted March 19, 2021 Share Posted March 19, 2021 He’s obviously not Tav yet but what a player One of the few positives from that game, a pity we didn’t have any live bodies on his side of the pitch last night to help him Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
McEwan's Lager 30,259 Posted March 19, 2021 Share Posted March 19, 2021 He's a great wee player. Has a lot of potential but he needs to keep playing to fulfil that. A big game coming up for him on Sunday which will be another good test for him. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
McEwan's Lager 30,259 Posted March 19, 2021 Share Posted March 19, 2021 31 minutes ago, LookingForEric said: Patterson suspension is looming so necessary to have Tav back in situ. What might be interesting is to see Tav in right midfield with Patterson playing full back. I remember Brazil, Juventus and Barcelona tried this with Dani Alves and it didn't work because the advantage he had was having the whole flank to drive into from deep because Villa, Messi etc never played as a winger. When he got moved up further it totally cramped his playing style. It's the same with us, we don't have a right winger and having that entire free flank is what makes Tav successful. I fear if we moved him up one he would end up the same as Alves did. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Specky Forum Organiser 63,953 Posted March 19, 2021 Share Posted March 19, 2021 13 minutes ago, McEwan's Lager said: He's a great wee player. Has a lot of potential but he needs to keep playing to fulfil that. A big game coming up for him on Sunday which will be another good test for him. He is a doubt according to Gerrard I think he'll make it though Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
G.E.C. 18,633 Posted March 19, 2021 Share Posted March 19, 2021 We tried Tav at right mid with Warburton and it didn’t work. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
McEwan's Lager 30,259 Posted March 19, 2021 Share Posted March 19, 2021 Just now, Jeffrey said: He is a doubt according to Gerrard I think he'll make it though Ah ok. I haven't caught up with much this morning. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
McEwan's Lager 30,259 Posted March 19, 2021 Share Posted March 19, 2021 1 minute ago, G.E.C. said: We tried Tav at right mid with Warburton and it didn’t work. Am I imagining things but did Caixinha play him in midfield in a game towards the end of 16/17 season? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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