I've never really rated Ngog to be honest. I always thought he has lacked that bit of pace, and first touch has let him down a few times. However, he has the 100% backing of Benitez, who consistently mentions him when he ever gets pressed about transfers etc. He must be showing something on the training ground. I hope he comes good this season, I really do. We're looking pretty thin upfront, and someone needs to step up.
Nemeth however, I have rated highly for a couple of years now. His first season in reserves, he was outstanding. Scoring goals for fun, and him and Spearing had a great relationship. Shame he got injured last year. But when I was watching pre-season, I thought "Go on lad, stake your claim" And he dissapointed me in his first game. His touch was off, he seemed to be trying to hard. I wanna put this down to lack of match fitness.
Overall, I would give Nemeth the nod over Ngog. He has the attributes to be a Torres up front, or the back up like Gerrard. I don't think Ngog has these capabilities. Doubt Rafa will give him this chance though, like I said, he seems to have the upmost faith in his frenchman.
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