I've defended Carroll many times in the past, but when he's been standing outside the box when a cross is coming in beggars belief. The only thing I can put that to is lack of vision or nous. We all know he should be creating all sorts of problems for defenders, just by being there, but for some reason he switches off. The lad is talented, but until someone can teach him how read the game, and have an understanding how his teamates work, well, it doesnt look good does it. On the plus side, if we keep him his defensive duties can only help seeing as we concede on nearly every other set piece.
We've got a youngster here who can possibily, who is taught right, can make a difference in certain games and thats what we're lacking....with Suarez, Sturridge and Coutinho, Carroll can give us options IMO, and would'nt cost us anything.
As for Borini, I love his never say die outlook, but I think his passion far outweighs his talent. However, I really havent seen him play too often so I think that when he does play he's like a headless chicken, just trying too hard rather than controlled which is understandable.
Cant wait to see a game where he shows what he can do without any pressure. Keep both, give them each a chance, and If they cant hack it offload Jan,
give us more money to spen elsewhere this summer.
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