Cody Gakpo

[MartyFunkhouser]

We absolutely need a starting LW as a high priority

Its the biggest weakness for me...........glaring

 

[Ace Face]

I agree generally. But as de Zerbi's 4-2-3-1 is similar to Poch's, our wings will probably be fairly narrow, and one in particular might do the Eriksen narrow right role (if we play a high presser like Bergvall or Sarr through the centre as more of an Alli)

If Kulu plays RW then we need an attack-minded RB to bomb forward outside of him like Walker did for Eriksen. Similar to if Madders plays LW.

Personally I see Kulu as our Havertz-type player in the 9/10 position. He’s great at holding the ball up, exceptionally skillful and with a good eye for goal. He has the physique to hold off CBs but the ability to make room for himself. He doesn’t have good top-speed but against low-block teams I would be very happy to have him play a Sheringham-type role.

 

[Bishop]

Gakpo is tons better than the City Boy "Wonder" why anyone wants him

Gakpo is a direct scorer, Savio is more of a creator. So it depends on what you prefer? Someone with more general game involvement who can be used break teams down, hit on the counter and relieve pressure or Gakpo who will be involved in the general game less but has a much more direct threat, is a good finisher and a decent assister but is more a finisher of moves as opposed to a creator of them.