Portugalsaint Posted 14 May, 2018 Posted 14 May, 2018 A huge thanks to this man, without him we would probably have been relegated. He comes across as a shy private individual. He deserved more time on the pitch and I for one was amazed he wasn’t bought on in the second half against City. Really hope he stays and gets more game time.
Whitey Grandad Posted 14 May, 2018 Posted 14 May, 2018 I agree with all of you. Lovely to see him on the Lap of Appreciation with his wife and kiddie. They certainly seemed to be enjoying it all.
Lighthouse Posted 14 May, 2018 Posted 14 May, 2018 Both he and Tadic are firmly in the 'hope he stays but bet he leaves' camp.
mrfahaji Posted 14 May, 2018 Posted 14 May, 2018 A huge thanks to this man, without him we would probably have been relegated. He comes across as a shy private individual. He deserved more time on the pitch and I for one was amazed he wasn’t bought on in the second half against City. Really hope he stays and gets more game time. I think that's because he wouldn't have offered us a change in style. I've alluded to this in the 'strikers' thread, but Gabbiadini is probably the best 'all round' striker we have, but ironically that may mean he gets the least game time, because we either want someone to be a focal point for direct balls and crosses (Austin) or someone to get in behind and stretch the game (Long). If one isn't working, you try the other. Gabbiadini is then only used if "current plan is working but striker is tired" or "throw caution to the wind" type scenarios.
shurlock Posted 14 May, 2018 Posted 14 May, 2018 I think that's because he wouldn't have offered us a change in style. I've alluded to this in the 'strikers' thread, but Gabbiadini is probably the best 'all round' striker we have, but ironically that may mean he gets the least game time, because we either want someone to be a focal point for direct balls and crosses (Austin) or someone to get in behind and stretch the game (Long). If one isn't working, you try the other. Gabbiadini is then only used if "current plan is working but striker is tired" or "throw caution to the wind" type scenarios. I'd say Gabbi's a pretty one-dimensional striker. Don't get me wrong: what he does well, he does excellently. But unless we're playing the ball quickly to his feet and consistently picking out his runs off the shoulder, he doesn't offer very much.
beatlesaint Posted 14 May, 2018 Posted 14 May, 2018 I for one was amazed he wasn’t bought on in the second half against City. Really hope he stays and gets more game time. Think Bertrand’s slight injury put paid to him coming on. I hope he stays but doubt he will.
Pugwash Posted 14 May, 2018 Posted 14 May, 2018 I'd say Gabbi's a pretty one-dimensional striker. Don't get me wrong: what he does well, he does excellently. But unless we're playing the ball quickly to his feet and consistently picking out his runs off the shoulder, he doesn't offer very much. But isn't that the way we SHOULD be playing?
doddisalegend Posted 14 May, 2018 Posted 14 May, 2018 But isn't that the way we SHOULD be playing? Well its one way. But seeing as our main form of attacking since getting back to the PL has been from crosses (mostly from overlapping fullbacks) we don't really play a way that suits Gabbi most of the time.
mrfahaji Posted 14 May, 2018 Posted 14 May, 2018 I'd say Gabbi's a pretty one-dimensional striker. Don't get me wrong: what he does well, he does excellently. But unless we're playing the ball quickly to his feet and consistently picking out his runs off the shoulder, he doesn't offer very much. Maybe, but more one-dimensional than Austin and Long? The fact that you've listed two things he does well, as well as at least being "not bad" at finishing suggests to me that he isn't! I suppose the other two also offer some sort of aerial threat. In a way though, this is why as a group our strikers aren't too bad. With perhaps the exception of a "target man", we do have the range of areas covered that you'd want from a strikeforce. Unfortunately we need three players to do so and can't play them all at once.
striker Posted 14 May, 2018 Posted 14 May, 2018 Can't help but wonder if Hughes and the team know Gabbi is gone, which is why Hughes didn't play him vs Man City. If he's out the door it makes sense to play Austin and Long, since they will likely be here again next season.
OldNick Posted 14 May, 2018 Posted 14 May, 2018 Can't help but wonder if Hughes and the team know Gabbi is gone, which is why Hughes didn't play him vs Man City. If he's out the door it makes sense to play Austin and Long, since they will likely be here again next season.As Bertrand got injured we don't know if Gabbi may have been brought on at the end or not. MH may have brought him on towards the end to get a goal if not
waylander Posted 14 May, 2018 Posted 14 May, 2018 Maybe, but more one-dimensional than Austin and Long? The fact that you've listed two things he does well, as well as at least being "not bad" at finishing suggests to me that he isn't! I suppose the other two also offer some sort of aerial threat. In a way though, this is why as a group our strikers aren't too bad. With perhaps the exception of a "target man", we do have the range of areas covered that you'd want from a strikeforce. Unfortunately we need three players to do so and can't play them all at once. Trouble is we've been heaving a lot of long balls up the middle as if we did have a target man
davefizzy14 Posted 14 May, 2018 Posted 14 May, 2018 I for one hope Gabbi stays. His agent came out the other day to say that he's happy in England.
LuckyNumber7 Posted 14 May, 2018 Posted 14 May, 2018 Really hope he stays, he has obvious ability but has been unlucky first with injury and then being frozen out and having his confidence destroyed by the clueless one. Under the right management I think he can thrive here.
Saint Albert Posted 23 May, 2018 Posted 23 May, 2018 Gabbiadini speaking on Italian radio... “SOCCER, SOUTHAMPTON; GABBIADINI: I WANT TO CONTINUE TO GROW HERE "I'm still young and I want to grow in this dimension, I feel comfortable in the Premier". Manolo Gabbiadini can still be seen with Southampton jersey. The former Napoli striker, guest of "Pezzi da 90" on the Umbrian broadcaster Radio Onda Libera, was the author of the goal-salvation in the clash against Swansea. "I have done my job and my duty, we will play in Premier again next year, and this is what we need to do." For over a year and a half in England, Gabbiadini is happy with the choice made: "I like the passion that you see in the stands with the correct behavior and the constant incitement towards your team. I miss good food and the Italian climate , but I'm there to play and I feel good ". The Saints striker is now hoping to return to wearing the blue shirt after the disappointment of the play-off world: "to finish with that match against Sweden was really bad, I am aware that the national team must pass for the club where I play and I have to do well to regain it, it's my goal Mancini ct? I do not know him personally and it's clear that his curriculum is clear.It's an excellent 'purchase' for our national team. It's clear that the field always counts and the results ". http://sport.repubblica.it/news/sport/calcio-southampton-gabbiadini-voglio-continuare-crescere-qui/4740276?refresh_cens
Mr X Posted 23 May, 2018 Posted 23 May, 2018 Maybe, but more one-dimensional than Austin and Long? The fact that you've listed two things he does well, as well as at least being "not bad" at finishing suggests to me that he isn't! I suppose the other two also offer some sort of aerial threat. In a way though, this is why as a group our strikers aren't too bad. With perhaps the exception of a "target man", we do have the range of areas covered that you'd want from a strikeforce. Unfortunately we need three players to do so and can't play them all at once.Gabbis movement, positional sense and hold up play are in a different class to Austin & long! Sent from my Moto G (4) using Tapatalk
BARCELONASAINT Posted 23 May, 2018 Posted 23 May, 2018 I personally hope he stays. IMHO he is the best striker at the club and miles better than what we other options we have. I think it was shocking how he was treated by the clueless so called manager.
S-Clarke Posted 23 May, 2018 Posted 23 May, 2018 I have a feeling he'll stick around now, probably due to there not being too many suitors willing to pay the $$ he's on. But he's got ability we can work with for sure.
mrfahaji Posted 23 May, 2018 Posted 23 May, 2018 Gabbis movement, positional sense and hold up play are in a different class to Austin & long! Sent from my Moto G (4) using Tapatalk I’m not sure what point you’re arguing with me...?
Saint Garrett Posted 24 May, 2018 Posted 24 May, 2018 Would like to see him in behind a striker, or coming in off the right.
Saint Garrett Posted 5 June, 2018 Posted 5 June, 2018 https://www.calciomercato.com/en/news/southampton-star-gabbiadini-likely-to-make-serie-a-return-the-si-91928 Southampton star Gabbiadini likely to make Serie A return: the situation Southampton striker Manolo Gabbiadini has had a disappointing career at the South Coast of England, despite the promising start to life at St. Mary's. As things stand, reports have linked him with a move back to Italy and he is likely to head back to the Serie A this summer. Corriere dello Sport have linked Fiorentina with a move for Gabbiadini and the La Viola see the former Napoli man as a prime target this summer. Tuttosport though, have linked Lazio with a move for the Saints striker, with the club confident that they can help the player rediscover his form. Lotito enjoys a good relationship with his Southampton counterparts and he could make the deal happen. Torino have also drawn links with the player as Mirko Valdifiori and Davide Baselli reportedly urged the Italian to join the club. And fresh reports have also linked Parma to the striker, stating that Gabbiadini will cost 15 million euros to potential suitors this summer. Sounds like we've made him available or his agent is certainly banding him about.
Pilchards Posted 5 June, 2018 Posted 5 June, 2018 https://www.calciomercato.com/en/news/southampton-star-gabbiadini-likely-to-make-serie-a-return-the-si-91928 Sounds like we've made him available or his agent is certainly banding him about. We probably need a striker that will suit our system more. Gabby is a fantastic poacher and one to beat the last man but we are more of a team that goes down the byline and whips crosses in.
Danbert Posted 12 June, 2018 Posted 12 June, 2018 Apparently, he doesn't want to leave: http://www.hitc.com/en-gb/2018/06/12/manolo-gabbiadinis-agent-comments-on-his-southampton-future/
doddisalegend Posted 12 June, 2018 Posted 12 June, 2018 Apparently, he doesn't want to leave: http://www.hitc.com/en-gb/2018/06/12/manolo-gabbiadinis-agent-comments-on-his-southampton-future/ His agent struggling to find anyone else who wants him?
Saint Garrett Posted 12 June, 2018 Posted 12 June, 2018 Would expect he's on too much money here which rules him out going back to Italy. He needs to be considerably better than he was last year to be first pick though...
Lighthouse Posted 12 June, 2018 Posted 12 June, 2018 Would expect he's on too much money here which rules him out going back to Italy. He needs to be considerably better than he was last year to be first pick though... Doesn't rule him out. If he is genuinely unhappy he can still go back there on reduced (but still massive) wages.
SuperSAINT Posted 12 June, 2018 Posted 12 June, 2018 Needs a chauffeur for 6 months: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-5834247/Southampton-star-Manolo-Gabbiadini-seen-texting-10-seconds.html
Whitey Grandad Posted 12 June, 2018 Posted 12 June, 2018 Needs a chauffeur for 6 months: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-5834247/Southampton-star-Manolo-Gabbiadini-seen-texting-10-seconds.html Typical crappy Mail journalism: "he is 'on a pre-booked holiday' in Italy - with photographs showing him relaxing on a beach in Formentera"
Danbert Posted 12 June, 2018 Posted 12 June, 2018 Typical crappy Mail journalism: "he is 'on a pre-booked holiday' in Italy - with photographs showing him relaxing on a beach in Formentera" Excuse me, "journalism"?
angelman Posted 12 June, 2018 Posted 12 June, 2018 Surely his £89,000 Merc comes with a facility where you can speak to your phone and it types your message out.
doddisalegend Posted 12 June, 2018 Posted 12 June, 2018 Looks like he has picked up more points on his driving licence, since coming to the UK, than he did for saints this season ...
sadoldgit Posted 12 June, 2018 Posted 12 June, 2018 After Duckhunters rant against the late Butch Wilkins for drink driving can we expect the same level of outrage against one of our own players for also doing something stupid behind the wheel?
shurlock Posted 12 June, 2018 Posted 12 June, 2018 After Duckhunters rant against the late Butch Wilkins for drink driving can we expect the same level of outrage against one of our own players for also doing something stupid behind the wheel? Bore off.
pluto Posted 12 June, 2018 Posted 12 June, 2018 Daft think to do and i presume the other points were speeding related, i think Tadic had a six month ban end of last year as well.
scotty Posted 12 June, 2018 Posted 12 June, 2018 Daft think to do and i presume the other points were speeding related, i think Tadic had a six month ban end of last year as well. All hail the new Guly!!
BARCELONASAINT Posted 12 June, 2018 Posted 12 June, 2018 I honestly hope he stays and Hughes recognises he is the most gifted of all our strikers. If we can once again play attacking football with good service to Gabby in the box he will score a hatful. He has been utterly wasted by the previous idiot of a manager.
Charlie Wayman Posted 12 June, 2018 Posted 12 June, 2018 Lousy choice of car for an Italian, why no Ferrari?
sadoldgit Posted 13 June, 2018 Posted 13 June, 2018 Bore off. That's a no then is it Shylock? This is a very disappointing put down by someone with such a long and illustrious history of slagging off fellow posters. Foolish of me to think that anyone else is allowed to have a pop at other posters too. Carry on pal.
shurlock Posted 13 June, 2018 Posted 13 June, 2018 That's a no then is it Shylock? This is a very disappointing put down by someone with such a long and illustrious history of slagging off fellow posters. Foolish of me to think that anyone else is allowed to have a pop at other posters too. Carry on pal. Antisemite.
eelpie Posted 13 June, 2018 Posted 13 June, 2018 It's always frustrating when players prove their talent then underperform, but that was the story of the last two seasons for most of the team under Puel and the clown. I'd very much like to see how Gabbi does under Hughes's training next season. When he scores, they are very important goals.
shurlock Posted 13 June, 2018 Posted 13 June, 2018 It's always frustrating when players prove their talent then underperform, but that was the story of the last two seasons for most of the team under Puel and the clown. I'd very much like to see how Gabbi does under Hughes's training next season. When he scores, they are very important goals. Other than being thrown as a last roll of the dice against Swansea, do you think Hughes views Gabbi as a long-term starter?
Bad Wolf Posted 13 June, 2018 Posted 13 June, 2018 Anyone caught using a phone while driving should not be allowed to drive again. Same with drink driving.
Useful Idiot Posted 13 June, 2018 Posted 13 June, 2018 Other than being thrown as a last roll of the dice against Swansea, do you think Hughes views Gabbi as a long-term starter? Didn't Hughes start him in the first few games he was in charge, while Gabbi was pretty low on confidence? Think he may see the potential in him and might give him another run. Really just have to wait to see how preseason plays out before we'll have much of a clue.
Matthew Le God Posted 13 June, 2018 Posted 13 June, 2018 Anyone caught using a phone while driving should not be allowed to drive again. Same with drink driving. Do you not think that is a little draconian?
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