I know this doesn't mean anything at all but I just thought about him today and think that Rakitic is a similar type player in terms of attributes to Alberto Aquilani. Maybe without the injuries though hopefully.
Both not the quickest, creative types, seem to have good shots on them, play always through the center, not very good on the dribble, and both have eyes for a pass. Decided to look up their numbers and interestingly enough came out with these results.
Aquilani
Goal every 261.75 minutes
Assist every 299.14 minutes
Rakitic
Goal every 353.33 minutes
Assist every 282.67 minutes
No implication or anything here about Rakitic as I actually think he'd be a be a very good addition at the right price, just found that to be a bit interesting to think about. Difference between the two is also that Ivan played around 4000 minutes while Aqua only around 2000.
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