Ings is no speed merchant and has never relied on it either so I think he will be ok when he comes back.
I seriously question that. He may not have straight line speed but for what I saw of him for Burnley and us, he clearly needs a zip to his player in order to succeed. That requires speed and agility.
He is clearly a player who is quick of mind and foot, looking to exploit space and often dribble.
He isn't Obafemi Martins yes but his game was around zipping around and getting a yard on defenders. That requires acceleration and agility, both of which can be hampered post ACL.
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