compo 6,227 Posted February 25, 2022 Share Posted February 25, 2022 Simple question is he up to the job or is he just a weakest link in our defence . My thoughts I would only play him as a last resort . 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ranger_syntax 3,795 Posted February 25, 2022 Share Posted February 25, 2022 He is second choice left back. Not a last resort. Just going through a bad patch but no guarantee that he plays his way out of it. 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MacK1950 2,251 Posted February 25, 2022 Share Posted February 25, 2022 To me he has lost a lot of desire,not going through a bad patch,and his mind is set elsewhere. 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whosthedado 1,523 Posted February 25, 2022 Share Posted February 25, 2022 He's gone through similar spells in his time with us. His confidence looks shot. That was a game changer last night shifting Bassey out to lb and bringing Balogun on 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gonzo79 13,770 Posted February 25, 2022 Share Posted February 25, 2022 He is a very hot and cold player but he's definitely going through a chilly spell just now (and has been most of the season). Hopefully he can sort himself out and get back to his best but on recent form, Bassey is undoubtedly first choice LB. 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frankie 8,186 Posted February 25, 2022 Share Posted February 25, 2022 Completely devoid of confidence so, for the moment, Bassey starts ahead of him at left back if Helander/Balogun stay fit. 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sutton_blows_goats 4,336 Posted February 25, 2022 Share Posted February 25, 2022 Doesnt look fit and hasnt done so for a year or so now. Going to the euros injured was a bad idea. Needs a full through medical imo. Just doesnt look on it. Looks to have lost a bit of zip. 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill 13,717 Posted February 25, 2022 Share Posted February 25, 2022 (edited) It's a confidence thing with Barisic, I think he's been completely spooked by Bassey. We've seen it before. If we ever have a desperate need for a fullback who only passes backwards then he'll be the first man we turn to. Edited February 25, 2022 by Bill 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
der Berliner 3,290 Posted February 25, 2022 Share Posted February 25, 2022 Had a good game last week, and I initially thought we changed him for Balogun due to the incident shortly before half time, when his knee connected with the Dortmund guy`s head. He is seemingly running after his own form (which hasn`t hindered Tavernier to be first pick), but yesterday also showed that right now Bassey looks more hungry, more fit, more willing a player, and one who is not much less able to do the attacking job required. I expect that Borna will have to fight for his place in the starting line-up now. 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nevermind 157 Posted February 25, 2022 Share Posted February 25, 2022 Phantom of the opera calling him a ''Sh*tebag'' after he tucked tail and ran in the opposite direction during an old firm game was the last straw for me. Even if he turns it around for the last few games and puts a shift in. He's a spent force in my eyes. Bassey is all heart and muscle. Which is good if you want a blunt instrument in the team but long term our leftback position needs looked into. Bassey looks to be a big honest pro and he hasn't done himself any harm. I just hope he realises what a beast of a man he is and uses it to his advantage. He's a big strapping powerhouse and he can go a long way if he applies himself properly. 0 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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