Not too many Curbs or Powell signings could be accused of a lack of commitment. I imagine that was down to them researching a player's character before signing him. But there's nothing wrong with our scouting or player recruitment, is there Katrien?
It's OK Ricardo, you weren't that great anyway so don't feel too guilty. Would have been nice to see you last a full 90 mins but beggars can't be chosers eh!
I think he's got a liberty really, I don't think he ever broke sweat did he?? Shame though as I was (stupidly ) quite excited when he signed. Jog on pal.....you were definitely nicking a living off us!!!
The notion that "no one has ever questioned his commitment before" is nonsense. I'm pretty sure my sentiment when he came in was "good signing if he fancies it." There were definitely questions about his attitude at Bolton and West Ham.
Noteworthy that he seems to say "UNLIKE TONY WATT, my attitude wasn't in question."
As for the Ceballos thing, it could be that he wasn't fit enough to train with the first team, and Riga wanted him playing more U21 games. He came back from three months out, with who knows what kind of pre-season, and got thrown in to the team after 45 minutes in the reserves. He definitely has some ability, it'd be startling to think that something, other than injury/fitness, is so wrong with him that he can't get near a team lack creativity, pace, and flair.
I think Riga got it right.He showed no commitment.
Agree completely. Started ok in the first 1-2-3 games then got slower and slower. The exit of Watt, Vaz Te and Parzyszek was actually quite a positive statement of intent and only - possibly - unfair on the last of this trio.
The notion that "no one has ever questioned his commitment before" is nonsense. I'm pretty sure my sentiment when he came in was "good signing if he fancies it." There were definitely questions about his attitude at Bolton and West Ham.
Noteworthy that he seems to say "UNLIKE TONY WATT, my attitude wasn't in question."
As for the Ceballos thing, it could be that he wasn't fit enough to train with the first team, and Riga wanted him playing more U21 games. He came back from three months out, with who knows what kind of pre-season, and got thrown in to the team after 45 minutes in the reserves. He definitely has some ability, it'd be startling to think that something, other than injury/fitness, is so wrong with him that he can't get near a team lack creativity, pace, and flair.
He said: “My commitment cannot be questioned, so that’s why I can never be mentioned in the same sentence as Tony [Watt].
You forgot to mention that you were total pony fella and that you really didn't give a donkey's carrot about the club!!! Still, fair play to you for putting in those sort of non-performances and still having the cahooners to collect your wage. Absolute rubbish; endorsed by the fact that Turkey came calling!
The notion that "no one has ever questioned his commitment before" is nonsense. I'm pretty sure my sentiment when he came in was "good signing if he fancies it." There were definitely questions about his attitude at Bolton and West Ham.
Noteworthy that he seems to say "UNLIKE TONY WATT, my attitude wasn't in question."
As for the Ceballos thing, it could be that he wasn't fit enough to train with the first team, and Riga wanted him playing more U21 games. He came back from three months out, with who knows what kind of pre-season, and got thrown in to the team after 45 minutes in the reserves. He definitely has some ability, it'd be startling to think that something, other than injury/fitness, is so wrong with him that he can't get near a team lack creativity, pace, and flair.
He said: “My commitment cannot be questioned, so that’s why I can never be mentioned in the same sentence as Tony [Watt].
Incredible statement.
Hardly incredible, no-one could find the commitment to question it....
As I said a few weeks ago, when my grandson and me went into the dressing room before the Hull game, I could see he didn't want to be there, so if I can sum him up in 30 seconds, I'm sure it was an easy decision for Riga!
I think he makes some good points. Just shows what a mess our club is. He had a reasonable pedigree so I don't understand why Riga didn't give him more of a chance. Probably influence from the owner.
Jesus wept if he actually thinks we're going to believe that "no one has questioned his commitment,". His work rate reminded me a bit of Ricardo Fullers, difference being Ricardos body was shot to pieces and he'd safe his energy to actually produce the goods. Vaz Te fitness seemed to get worse the longer he was here for.
I think he makes some good points. Just shows what a mess our club is. He had a reasonable pedigree so I don't understand why Riga didn't give him more of a chance. Probably influence from the owner.
Or perhaps Jason Euell and/or other coaching staff already at the club.
I think he makes some good points. Just shows what a mess our club is. He had a reasonable pedigree so I don't understand why Riga didn't give him more of a chance. Probably influence from the owner.
Or perhaps Jason Euell and/or other coaching staff already at the club.
Could also be that Jose had watched tapes of previous games before he officially took over and seen that there wasn't an ounce of effort from Vas Te.....
Maybe "we want players who are committed" is a polite way of saying "you're shit, we can do better", eh, ricardo?
Sadly, we obviously can't!
Not sure I saw Vaz Te break sweat for us. More effort in that interview than anything he did on the pitch. He certainly isn't alone though. There have been games where a number of this team have clicked & shown they can play. The damning indictment on just about all of them is that they couldn't do that for anything more than a handful of games. If that!
Got a feeling Riga was forced to do this possibly told that to get any new players in he needs to pick some players to go balance the books.
Weird though we get rid of half fit vas te when we already knew watt was going back out and sign Sanogo a player who has a terrible rep for his lack of commitment and effort although this is his last chance to prove he has a future at Arsenal.
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Shame though as I was (stupidly ) quite excited when he signed. Jog on pal.....you were definitely nicking a living off us!!!
Noteworthy that he seems to say "UNLIKE TONY WATT, my attitude wasn't in question."
As for the Ceballos thing, it could be that he wasn't fit enough to train with the first team, and Riga wanted him playing more U21 games. He came back from three months out, with who knows what kind of pre-season, and got thrown in to the team after 45 minutes in the reserves. He definitely has some ability, it'd be startling to think that something, other than injury/fitness, is so wrong with him that he can't get near a team lack creativity, pace, and flair.
Incredible statement.
Not sure I saw Vaz Te break sweat for us. More effort in that interview than anything he did on the pitch. He certainly isn't alone though. There have been games where a number of this team have clicked & shown they can play. The damning indictment on just about all of them is that they couldn't do that for anything more than a handful of games. If that!
Weird though we get rid of half fit vas te when we already knew watt was going back out and sign Sanogo a player who has a terrible rep for his lack of commitment and effort although this is his last chance to prove he has a future at Arsenal.