04 Dec 2017 17:28:31
If couts goes, I want Solanke to play no 10 role, I don't know how many noticed this, his passing and link up play is very impressive and he is quick as well.

He might not endup striker we are looking for, but this is the best opportunity for players like
Him and woodburn as there speedsters in a wings.

1.) 04 Dec 2017
04 Dec 2017 18:30:29
I have also noticed it mate. His main strength is actually his ability to bring others into the game. His hold up play, weight of pass, decision making, dribbling skills etc are sublime. If he adds goals as he matures, he will be a real asset.

How many 20 year old strikers could have made that assist for Mane? Most young strikers on their first Premier League start would've snatched at every opportunity in the box trying to impress. He just took a touched, assessed his options, and played a perfectly weighted little flick to send Mane clean through, all within about 8 yards of the goal. It was a real show of class to be that composed.

Though i do believe he will end up as a striker, i think it will be a hybrid of a target man and a false 9. His skillset is just so broad. I have big hopes for Solanke. I actually think he would link up well with Firmino in a partnership. They are both on similar wavelengths as players.

2.) 04 Dec 2017
04 Dec 2017 19:14:31
I saw that move as well vs Soke where he got the ball, did a Bobbie and sent Mane away where he would later hit the post. That was encouraging to see as Klopp is coaching him up to play the CF position the way Firmino plays it and he is the best at it in the PL.

I will caution that people let the kid learn the game and keep improving. This is what happened with Origi when he but onto the scene in 15/ 16 to the point of benching Studge. People put too much pressure on him and cos he was not scoring like Gab Jesus or Harry Kane and went thru a dip in form and inconsistency, many seem to have turned on him, saying he is useless and should be sold. That attitude needs to change while assessing young players.

Both Origi and Solanke are very talented players with all the tools necessary to be top CF's the way Firmino is now in our system. People need to let them grow on their own and let make their mistakess and learn from them.

3.) 04 Dec 2017
04 Dec 2017 19:35:26
He can bring others into the game, isn’t that part and parcel of holding the ball up? But it’s hardly his best strength. He’s proven he can score goals, dropping him back wouldn’t get the most out of the player.

4.) 04 Dec 2017
04 Dec 2017 19:49:51
I'd rather have Lallana play there. Lallana has the ability to create more than Solanke IMO.

5.) 04 Dec 2017
04 Dec 2017 20:05:37
Agree Ron. He will be an asset as the fixtures stack up. Think our squad is looking very strong apart from you know where!

6.) 04 Dec 2017
04 Dec 2017 21:07:25
Am with you there Ron lad, a think for the time being lallana is the man for the job.
Klopp should carry on with solanke the way he is as it seems if he doesn't hit the ground running fans are there to pounce. He is still a young kid so if and when the lad steps up to the next level he will be a regular at some point but for now at stick with Adam and keep big solanke grounded.

7.) 05 Dec 2017
05 Dec 2017 00:14:19
Front man through and through. Has ability to bring others into the game but best starting as a 9.

8.) 05 Dec 2017
05 Dec 2017 03:11:14
Solanke has potential to be a Diego Costa or Drogba type of physical forward.

9.) 05 Dec 2017
05 Dec 2017 06:33:31
I definitely want an FA cup rup for our solanke woodburn, that's all i wish. for the time when we are winning in the league 20 minutes every now and then, but definitely start with them in the FA.
dont really see them playing in the CL, stakes are too high in knockout rounds.

10.) 05 Dec 2017
05 Dec 2017 08:40:43
I’d like to see Solanke start a few games against the bottom half sides to rest Firmino - he has the height to be a threat if they sit too deep and allow crosses into the box, but also a good poacher in the box. Then if we’re struggling to score after 60mins bring on Firmino or Sturridge won’t be much fun for a tiring defence.