Hanlan’s main attribute used to be somehow coming away with the ball when ricocheting off a defender. I don’t mean that in a derogatory way as he had a real knack for it.
His best spell was on the wing when we had Anis and Vokes tying up defenders. He scored some real crackers cutting in and hitting the top corner.
As a number 9 I just don’t see it. His first touch isn’t good enough.
His best form for us was in that wide left position. Which oddly Bloomfield never seemed to play him at much - either favouring him on the right, or up front.
I don't totally dislike Hanlan, I always will him to do well, but just seems to only produce one game in 6 or 7.
I just think we have players already here much better, and even more out there that aren't here. It wouldn't bother me if he left, I think we'd be able to upgrade fairly easily. But at the same time I could see him going elsewhere and really clicking and being that 20 goal a season man.
I remember the Bristol Rovers away game a few seasons ago where he was absolutely unplayable, truly outstanding on the night. Probably the best game he has played for us. He also put us 1-0 up against Man City when they were good.
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Hanlan’s main attribute used to be somehow coming away with the ball when ricocheting off a defender. I don’t mean that in a derogatory way as he had a real knack for it.
His best spell was on the wing when we had Anis and Vokes tying up defenders. He scored some real crackers cutting in and hitting the top corner.
As a number 9 I just don’t see it. His first touch isn’t good enough.
100% agree.
His best form for us was in that wide left position. Which oddly Bloomfield never seemed to play him at much - either favouring him on the right, or up front.
I don't totally dislike Hanlan, I always will him to do well, but just seems to only produce one game in 6 or 7.
I just think we have players already here much better, and even more out there that aren't here. It wouldn't bother me if he left, I think we'd be able to upgrade fairly easily. But at the same time I could see him going elsewhere and really clicking and being that 20 goal a season man.
I remember the Bristol Rovers away game a few seasons ago where he was absolutely unplayable, truly outstanding on the night. Probably the best game he has played for us. He also put us 1-0 up against Man City when they were good.
Would be good to get another right back in this window as that position appears to be a bit of a weakness.