SBAndy
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Klopp doesn’t really do loaning out players if I recall correctly. That said, with Alexander-Arnold in that position at his young age basically tying down right back for the next 6+ years, there may be some flexibility.
Weren't we linked with Liverpool's Ki-Jana Hoever last season?
If so, it wouldn't surprise me if MR reignited interest again. I remember him playing in a cup match against Wolves and he didn't look out of place at all. Will inevitably need to be loaned out to further his development though. Would be a great addition to the squad in my opinion.
Hi Sky Blues.Will sign for Bristol City in the next 48 hrs
He isn't the most technically gifted defender but he has pace in abundance that allows him to get out of trouble and lets the team play a higher line. Played right back on occasion but always looked very suspect there. Going down to league two probably helped him with the physical side of his game but has never been very good in the air and is pretty poor from set pieces. I'm not sure if he's championship ready or not but this is his chance to make the step up and try. Everyone here would love to keep him but I doubt he'd be a starter in a Championship playoff chasing team. Might work on the right side of a back three, probably just a low risk low cost punt for you guys.Hi Sky Blues.
We're starting to hear similar rumours down here.
Where he fits into our side I don't know as we have the superb Adam Webster and are trying to sign Tomas Kalas from Chelsea, who was on loan with us last season, on a permanent deal. We also have Nathan Baker, Bailey Wright and Zac Vyner as backup.
Unless we are going to 3 at the back, I don't get it but was wondering if you could tell me about Willis please? Is he Championship ready? Can he play anywhere else apart from CB etc?
Very good defender, gutted he's leaving tbh because he's been a great loyal servant to this club when he could of left plenty of times!Hi Sky Blues.
We're starting to hear similar rumours down here.
Where he fits into our side I don't know as we have the superb Adam Webster and are trying to sign Tomas Kalas from Chelsea, who was on loan with us last season, on a permanent deal. We also have Nathan Baker, Bailey Wright and Zac Vyner as backup.
Unless we are going to 3 at the back, I don't get it but was wondering if you could tell me about Willis please? Is he Championship ready? Can he play anywhere else apart from CB etc?
Thanks and good luck for the upcoming season, it would be nice to see you on a positive trajectory.
Will sign for Bristol City in the next 48 hrs
Hi Sky Blues.
We're starting to hear similar rumours down here.
Where he fits into our side I don't know as we have the superb Adam Webster and are trying to sign Tomas Kalas from Chelsea, who was on loan with us last season, on a permanent deal. We also have Nathan Baker, Bailey Wright and Zac Vyner as backup.
Unless we are going to 3 at the back, I don't get it but was wondering if you could tell me about Willis please? Is he Championship ready? Can he play anywhere else apart from CB etc?
Thanks and good luck for the upcoming season, it would be nice to see you on a positive trajectory.
Hi East Ender. Pretty much agree with all of Liquid Gold's points but I'll throw my 2 cents in as well. Willis works hard and will rarely put in a half-hearted performance. As mentioned, athletically he's top draw. He's quick, he can jump and he's quite strong for his size. Injuries used to be a big problem for him during the early part of his career but that's seemed to have corrected itself somewhat - although he's still susceptible to picking up the odd niggle. In my opinion, and I've said this numerous times on this forum before, if anything lets him down it will be his height. Standing at 5"11 he's certainly not the biggest CB and as a result he's struggled at times with the physical side of the game - especially from set pieces. Whilst his athleticism has made up for that in League One and Two I can only speculate whether that will be enough to make sure it's not an issue in the Championship. If playing against physical strikers such as Vokes, McBurnie or Jutkiewicz then he'll probably be caught out. Also, he's okay on the ball but not the best, hence why he's poor at RB. (If he's positioned there, know that he'll refuse to go forward).
He'll be a cheap option for you though so it'll be fairly low risk I suspect.
Hi East Ender. Pretty much agree with all of Liquid Gold's points but I'll throw my 2 cents in as well. Willis works hard and will rarely put in a half-hearted performance. As mentioned, athletically he's top draw. He's quick, he can jump and he's quite strong for his size. Injuries used to be a big problem for him during the early part of his career but that's seemed to have corrected itself somewhat - although he's still susceptible to picking up the odd niggle. In my opinion, and I've said this numerous times on this forum before, if anything lets him down it will be his height. Standing at 5"11 he's certainly not the biggest CB and as a result he's struggled at times with the physical side of the game - especially from set pieces. Whilst his athleticism has made up for that in League One and Two I can only speculate whether that will be enough to make sure it's not an issue in the Championship. If playing against physical strikers such as Vokes, McBurnie or Jutkiewicz then he'll probably be caught out. Also, he's okay on the ball but not the best, hence why he's poor at RB. (If he's positioned there, know that he'll refuse to go forward).
He'll be a cheap option for you though so it'll be fairly low risk I suspect.
Willis, very good defender. brings the ball out of defense. Will ping one over the top or cross field accurately. Quick, intelligent player. Needs a no nonsense guy next to him for the perfect pairing. Yes ready for Championship.
Also agree. His ball distribution is no better than okay in my opinion. Paired next to a brute he's more than good enough for the Champ.
His distribution is very poor if you compared it to the likes of Davies.
I agree that on the ball though he's no better than okay though - primarily because I think he lacks the touch, confidence going forward or dibbling ability. This is why he hasn't succeeded at RB.
She's a Whore!!!Cheers people,
IF he's heading our way, I'm sure Lee J has something in mind for him.
We'll see I guess.
Make sure you beat that 'orrible lot up the road will you?
Yes, he may well be, but first he is signing for Bristol City in the next 48 hoursThought he was signing for Luton on July 1st?
He is,Heard off the horses mouth down here this morning at work,Willis been in Bristol since Monday after their initial target Kalas on loan from Chelsea fell through.Yes, he may well be, but first he is signing for Bristol City in the next 48 hours
My goal of the season, they say the first goal in at Wembley is the most important.Have a look at his goal in the League Two play off final against Exeter.
Will sign for Bristol City in the next 48 hrs
Cheers people,
IF he's heading our way, I'm sure Lee J has something in mind for him.
We'll see I guess.
Make sure you beat that 'orrible lot up the road will you?
Genuinely, I'll bet that is a tough decision.Hmmm...I’ve heard different - that Derby have been in talks with him & that they’ve told him he’ll only be a squad player (apparently he’s thinking about it plus the lure of being on more money)
World beaters according to them!You mean our reserves?
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