02 Sep 2015 21:13:34
Just wondering where we're at now with our CB's and what everyone's opinions are on them. Are we now at that stage where Zouma is our best CB? I think we are. Terry's experience and leadership alongside him is invaluable but as for one on one defending I don't think I've seen much get past Zoom Zoom. Obviously he's still a little rash and early when entering a tackle and he sometimes mistimes his headers but that's just down to his age and inexperience I think. I feel a lot safer with Zouma CB instead of Cahill. And his pace is a fantastic asset for us. I think we've got a world class defender in the making. What's your thoughts everyone and Ed?
02 Sep 2015 22:52:33
Zouma should start right now, IMO at least. And I'd let Cahill partner him for now. They looked quite secure against Palace and I'd stick with that.
That said, I'd also like to see a little bit of Djilobodji. I'd never heard of him but I'm curious as to how good he is. Lots of people are saying Chelsea got a bargain in getting him. Looks very athletic and strong and I love that in a centre back.
Looking forward to a defensive lineup of Azpi-Happy-Papy-Baba :-)
02 Sep 2015 23:27:02
Agree on some parts Jackson. Still think Terry needs to play for our leadership at the back. Cahill isn't a leader at all.
Not overly convinced on Papy. He should by no means be chucked in the deep end anyway. He should maybe start alongside Cahill against Walsall to see how he does.
Still hoping we go for Laporte next summer of he plays well next year. Him and Zouma could have quite the French partnership. It's also a bonus that he's left footed which would give us the right/left defensive combo.
Let's face it Stones won't happen now. I think way too much has gone in between the clubs this summer to ever broker a deal for him in the future. He's got Man United written all over him.
03 Sep 2015 08:23:33
Laporte would be amazing but I've read on different occasions that he's keen on a move to Barca at some point. If that's the case I hope we stay away.
03 Sep 2015 10:09:16
I'll be keeping an eye on Reading this year - I have a feeling that Hector may be the real deal.
03 Sep 2015 18:08:46
I don't think he should stop being rash. He times his tackles well, and also his jumps.