Adam Lallana
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Throw in Alberto too. It is definitely the case that Lallana has never had a season like this before, but has his role in the team changed? Jumping from a maximum of 3 league goals to scoring 9 suggests so. We definitely shouldn't pay silly money.
I think we all know it will likely be more than 15M, particularly if there is competition for his signature. That's the problem really.
I know he looks a player but at near enough 25M, is it value for money?
No. Hes 25 has one full year left on his contract and has one good season in the premier league.
15m is enough.
Thats what someone said yesterday. I havnt checked to be fair.
Im very lazy.
That's a bit vague.
Apparently, Southampton need to pay Bournemouth 25% of whatever they sell Lallana for. Not sure how true that is though. According to Wiki, Soton paid Bournemouth £3,000 compensation, and then further payments of £5,000 and £10,000 when he signed scholarship and professional contracts.
Alberto's looked decent whenever he's played, despite being as thick as pigshit apparently. I'd keep him, but I'd sell Aspas.
The recent development of Lallana has as much to do with him playing for a manager who has placed an emphasis on keeping the ball, of pressing and of an attacking philosophy. He'd do well under us, and I've no doubt Brendan would continue his development.
Deals off, he'll be wank.
Id Absoloutley love for this to happen.. Cracking player...
Adam Lallana: I've no pace or power but my magic feet took me to the top with Southampton and England
Adam Lallana breaks into a smile when he is reminded of the rocket that flew in off his left boot against Newcastle last month. It had Mauricio Pochettino purring.
The Southampton manager claimed Lallana ‘has the skills of Iniesta, Xavi or Fabregas’, and went on to say that he is a ‘special and unique’ talent. High praise indeed for the England international.
‘It was a huge compliment but one that I don’t really agree with because they are elite players,’ said Lallana. ‘They have won championships and World Cups, they have so many medals and trophies.
‘I was touched by the comments, but I don’t really agree with him.’
Southampton’s captain is a modest young man, taking everything in his stride as his influence on this expressive and innovative team continues to increase.
On Friday there was yet more recognition when he was shortlisted for the PFA Player of the Year award. It is thoroughly deserved after another outstanding season.
Lallana is a ball player, making things happen for club and country by drifting across the front three positions, always looking for the killer pass.
‘People say I’ve got a continental style but I just try to be myself,’ said Lallana.
He loves talking about his development as a young player and the nights he spent at Southampton’s academy under the supervision of the fabled French skills coach George Prost.
‘Left foot, right foot, left foot, right foot...’ Those were the drills and Lallana listened, learned and practised until he was as close as can be to perfection.
Even at the very highest level, when he has the ball at his feet for England, Lallana’s close control on either foot marks him out.
‘When I was an Under 17, George Prost was my coach and that’s where the success began — with Southampton producing young players.
‘We used to do technical sessions, day in, day out. Always on your left and always on your right. In those two or three years, I developed so much, to the point where I didn’t think about which foot I was using. Now it’s second nature.
‘I always tried to use both feet as a young player. I’ve never been blessed with out-and-out pace or power so the technical side is a big part of my game.’
He is gifted and grounded, a combination of qualities that have helped him mature into one of the Premier League’s most accomplished players.
At 25 he is level-headed but ambitious. He married Emily on Christmas Eve and is regarded as the complete professional by those who have worked with him.
His progress has been rapid and there has been so much attention on Southampton this season that Lallana is among a number of players who have been linked with moves to some of England’s top clubs.
‘It just proves that the club are doing something right when the players are getting linked with big clubs,’ added Lallana, who will be a big part of Roy Hodgson’s World Cup plans when he names his squad on May 13.
He made his England debut in the defeat by Chile in November, started the friendly with Germany a few days later and set up the winner for Daniel Sturridge against Denmark in March.
Lallana for England feels right after a journey that began eight years ago when Southampton were struggling to maintain their Championship status.
‘I feel that I have benefited from the route I have taken because I have played on cold, wet, damp nights at lower league grounds in midweek.
‘They are character building and the gradual process has helped me, mentally and physically. I am still developing and wouldn’t have it any other way.
‘I had a great time playing in League One, getting promoted, it’s all part of the journey. If you get people who want to whack you off the ball then it must mean you are doing something right.
‘If you’re getting cocky and get smashed in a game, then maybe you think about showing more respect to the team and the player.
‘Showboating never comes into my head — if there is a skill or something that gets me out of a tight area, or creates a goal, surely that is a good thing.
‘You realise how special it is to play in the Premier League and not take it for granted when you play at grounds like Anfield, Old Trafford and the Emirates.
‘League One and the Championship gave me a good base. I learned a lot physically from those leagues because it is demanding playing Saturday- Tuesday.
‘When I have played for England, there is the pressure of playing in front of 80,000 fans and with better players. In a way it is better, but I just want to keep playing well and get into Roy Hodgson’s squad.’
‘It started with Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, Leon Best, Martin Cranie, Nathan Dyer and me,’ said Lallana. ‘When you’re younger you look up to these kind of people and it’s just carried on filtering through.’
Lallana has the right attitude, dedicating himself to the game and establishing himself as an England international under Hodgson.
When he arrives at the World Cup this summer his game will be elevated to another level.
Adam Lallana breaks into a smile when he is reminded of the rocket that flew in off his left boot against Newcastle last month. It had Mauricio Pochettino purring.
The Southampton manager claimed Lallana ‘has the skills of Iniesta, Xavi or Fabregas’, and went on to say that he is a ‘special and unique’ talent. High praise indeed for the England international.
‘It was a huge compliment but one that I don’t really agree with because they are elite players,’ said Lallana. ‘They have won championships and World Cups, they have so many medals and trophies.
‘I was touched by the comments, but I don’t really agree with him.’
Southampton’s captain is a modest young man, taking everything in his stride as his influence on this expressive and innovative team continues to increase.
On Friday there was yet more recognition when he was shortlisted for the PFA Player of the Year award. It is thoroughly deserved after another outstanding season.
Lallana is a ball player, making things happen for club and country by drifting across the front three positions, always looking for the killer pass.
‘People say I’ve got a continental style but I just try to be myself,’ said Lallana.
He loves talking about his development as a young player and the nights he spent at Southampton’s academy under the supervision of the fabled French skills coach George Prost.
‘Left foot, right foot, left foot, right foot...’ Those were the drills and Lallana listened, learned and practised until he was as close as can be to perfection.
Even at the very highest level, when he has the ball at his feet for England, Lallana’s close control on either foot marks him out.
‘When I was an Under 17, George Prost was my coach and that’s where the success began — with Southampton producing young players.
‘We used to do technical sessions, day in, day out. Always on your left and always on your right. In those two or three years, I developed so much, to the point where I didn’t think about which foot I was using. Now it’s second nature.
‘I always tried to use both feet as a young player. I’ve never been blessed with out-and-out pace or power so the technical side is a big part of my game.’
He is gifted and grounded, a combination of qualities that have helped him mature into one of the Premier League’s most accomplished players.
At 25 he is level-headed but ambitious. He married Emily on Christmas Eve and is regarded as the complete professional by those who have worked with him.
His progress has been rapid and there has been so much attention on Southampton this season that Lallana is among a number of players who have been linked with moves to some of England’s top clubs.
‘It just proves that the club are doing something right when the players are getting linked with big clubs,’ added Lallana, who will be a big part of Roy Hodgson’s World Cup plans when he names his squad on May 13.
He made his England debut in the defeat by Chile in November, started the friendly with Germany a few days later and set up the winner for Daniel Sturridge against Denmark in March.
Lallana for England feels right after a journey that began eight years ago when Southampton were struggling to maintain their Championship status.
‘I feel that I have benefited from the route I have taken because I have played on cold, wet, damp nights at lower league grounds in midweek.
‘They are character building and the gradual process has helped me, mentally and physically. I am still developing and wouldn’t have it any other way.
‘I had a great time playing in League One, getting promoted, it’s all part of the journey. If you get people who want to whack you off the ball then it must mean you are doing something right.
‘If you’re getting cocky and get smashed in a game, then maybe you think about showing more respect to the team and the player.
‘Showboating never comes into my head — if there is a skill or something that gets me out of a tight area, or creates a goal, surely that is a good thing.
‘You realise how special it is to play in the Premier League and not take it for granted when you play at grounds like Anfield, Old Trafford and the Emirates.
‘League One and the Championship gave me a good base. I learned a lot physically from those leagues because it is demanding playing Saturday- Tuesday.
‘When I have played for England, there is the pressure of playing in front of 80,000 fans and with better players. In a way it is better, but I just want to keep playing well and get into Roy Hodgson’s squad.’
‘It started with Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, Leon Best, Martin Cranie, Nathan Dyer and me,’ said Lallana. ‘When you’re younger you look up to these kind of people and it’s just carried on filtering through.’
Lallana has the right attitude, dedicating himself to the game and establishing himself as an England international under Hodgson.
When he arrives at the World Cup this summer his game will be elevated to another level.
I just don't believe we couldn't get a similar player from the continent for about half the price.
I think we tried that when we bought aspas and alberto. Those players are out there, but they can be hard to find.
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