I like Boubs

[Lobo de Ouro]

I really like Boubs. The more of see of Boubs, the more I like Boubs... Boubs has grown in a short space of time and I really think Boubs could be massive for us next season.

Hurray for Boubs.

 

[StaffordWolf]

He must have a foot like a traction engine!

 

[brianm]

Big Boubs guy, huh?

 

[Contrarian]

Agreed. Boubs has wobbled at times previously. Just needs a reassuring hand and more exposure.

 

[SquaddieWolf]

I really like Boubs. The more of see of Boubs, the more I like Boubs... Boubs has grown in a short space of time and I really think Boubs could be massive for us next season.

Hurray for Boubs.

there you go, enjoy!!!!

 

[Black Country Wanderer]

Ooer Matron

 

[Mardenboroughs Shoulder]

And I like Totti but I miss big Willy!

 

[WISAW]

He was decent today, energetic and won quite a few balls. Bear in mind, this was Luton though.

 

[djmikeydickens]

Given more minutes he could be a real problem for opposition players. Got a strike on him, big, physical, good engine.

 

[Jd132]

I think football is more fun when Boubs is on the pitch. He is strong, fast, direct and genuinely happy. It's just a better watch with him than without him.

 

[Tezthewolvesfan]

Boubs was firm today, did well in the tackle

 

[Thank you Sir Jack]

Just needs more support.

 

[Handsworth Wolf]

So do I, I was reluctant to break cover earlier in the season due to some inconsistencies but I think he has a lot to offer in the future. Like Toti, he is not frightened to get tight and engage in a duel turning defence into attack

 

[Darvo]

I thought he showed some signs of maturity and composure today that combined with his incredible acceleration and work rate give me some genuine hope that he could turn out to be a good un. Still young too.

 

[lostwolf]

He was decent today, energetic and won quite a few balls. Bear in mind, this was Luton though.

He was decent but, as you say, this was basically a Championship team and he wasn't more than solid. He's good PL back up, but currently no better than that in my opinion. Doyle has way more quality in the ball, Lemina is better 8n every department, and Gomes is a tad better on the ball (they're both not quite there yet). He's great though isn't he? Gets about, gets stuck in, can play a pass, what's not to like??

 

[lobodelsur]

He was decent but, as you say, this was basically a Championship team and he wasn't more than solid. He's good PL back up, but currently no better than that in my opinion. Doyle has way more quality in the ball, Lemina is better 8n every department, and Gomes is a tad better on the ball (they're both not quite there yet). He's great though isn't he? Gets about, gets stuck in, can play a pass, what's not to like??

Fair comment, but while 'Doyle has more quality on the ball' they are very different players.
Traore is a stronger disruptor of the opposition and better at carrying the ball forward where Doyle's game is all about his passing ability. Also, against Arsenal Rice surged past Doyle more than once like he wasn't there. Today Traore made up 20 metres on Barkley to dispossess him from behind.
Both good players, but with very different qualities.

 

[Ned]

Boubs should start every game for the rest of the season. He clearly needs game time and could be a genuine class act with more minutes and force his way in. He’s also a proper cult hero type player who will get the crowd on board.

 

[SuperGran]

Doyle can’t play at Man City
So Traore should start too

 

[Bill S Preston Esq.]

View attachment 42274there you go, enjoy!!!!

I didn't figure you to be a red head.

 

[WolfLing]

Huge naturals talent.

 

[Mile End Wanderer]

Bouba masterclass incoming

 

[SWest Wolf]

He’s more than a handful for the opposing team

 

[Thank you Sir Jack]

Should be good in the cups.

 

[JadeWolf]

Tenacious
Intense
Terrific
Strong

 

[dewolfman]

He still has his knockers

 

[Skrilla]

He gave us real fight today. A really spirited performance and very unlucky not to score. Underrated with the ball too. I'd love to see him drive with the ball more, his long strides make him deceptively quick.

He should have started on Wednesday! I thought the balance of the midfield three today was terrific.

 

[Super Ted]

Looked very perky.

 

[Abbobrom]

He had a good game against Arsenal last weekend. Tenacious in this tackles and prepared to mix it when needed.

 

[Monketron]

His energy has really helped that midfield given both Lemina and Gomes have looked very tired lately.

 

[DDPPwolf313]

This threads going south very quickly, just like the wife's ....nevermind

 

[DDPPwolf313]

On a serious note, I'm still very much on the fence. He looks an absolute car crash half the time, and the other half he's a slightly less erratic car crash

 

[glorybox]

If my mammary serves me correctly that’s as good a game as I’ve seen him have.

 

[MKB]

Remind me which club we signed him from. Was it Brest? Or maybe Metz?

 

[crocos]

He's rapid for such a physique. A proper alpha-athlete.

Ross Barkley's going to be having some twitchy dreams tonight.

 

[Monketron]

On a serious note, I'm still very much on the fence. He looks an absolute car crash half the time, and the other half he's a slightly less erratic car crash

Felt like for most of the season GON didn't trust him to play (he had a badly timed injury too) but hopefully his performances lately will get him some more game time next season, regular games will help him.

 

[loppers86]

Tenacious
Intense
Terrific
Strong

i can’t press like because Mutchy has given me a roasting but i do genuinely like this!

 

[Supadavewolf]

Remind me which club we signed him from. Was it Brest? Or maybe Metz?

I think we got him from Bra-zil.

 

[stever]

I think we got him from Bra-zil.

Taxi!!

 

[SA Wolf]

He was decent but, as you say, this was basically a Championship team and he wasn't more than solid. He's good PL back up, but currently no better than that in my opinion. Doyle has way more quality in the ball, Lemina is better 8n every department, and Gomes is a tad better on the ball (they're both not quite there yet). He's great though isn't he? Gets about, gets stuck in, can play a pass, what's not to like??

Yes, always have to take into account the quality of the opposition. Traore certainly put himself about and won the ball. He also had a couple of shots which if they had gone in the net would have been goals (thanks Jasper), however, he was also a bit 'gangly' and clumsy. He's getting better though and his height gives us another dimension. He was ball-watching for the Luton goal, though and had to be told to shut down Doughty who crossed the ball.
I'd use him in the more physical games and perhaps Doyle in the more technical ones. As you say, Lemina and Gomes are better, so between him and Doyle for the third midfield place when we play that way.
Still would be a squad player, rather than a regular starter for me.

 

[arctic rime]

He still only 22 , he’s learning his trade