Just like Drury, Green is given a good review by his old fans no world beater but decent at this level# Added to the promise of Pearce things are looking better Drury will. have be awful.to be worse than any number of left backs we have had over last few years#
Re Green Green was one of the better signings in a decidedly mixed bag that year, instantly establishing himself in the side and becoming pretty popular with the fans. His main attribute is his indefatigable work ethic and he can he replied upon to track tirelessly, while often also playing his part in counter attacks, whether in the build-up or by making his way into the box to get onto the end of a cross or blocked shot. That said, his goalscoring record is not as good as it should be, with just seven to his name in his four years at Pride Park - and I can think of more than a couple of sitters he's contrived to miss in that time. Last season, he was often used at right-back, in the absence of first choice John Brayford and any specialist cover. He did a very steady job there, but it's likely that his new-found 'utility' role contributed to his decision to turn down a contract extension at Derby and move on. A somewhat unlikely Republic of Ireland international, Green, a Yorkshire lad who came through the divisions from non-league with Donny, is used by Giovanni Trapattoni in a holding midfield role, where he makes the most of his tenacity and terrier-like willingness to close down space and track runners. At Championship level, he would expect to be allowed a touch more freedom and is at his best when allowed to scamper from box to box. So, on the plus side - good engine, honesty, endeavour, can knit things together nicely in the middle of the part or in forward areas and at 29, has a good couple of seasons left in him yet. On the minus side - not a great technician, not a player likely to get off their seats, poor goalscoring return for a midfielder with license to go forward. I'm sure he'll do well for you and prove to be a decent signing." _______________________________________________ Leedslist mailing list Info and options: http://mailman.greennet.org.uk/mailman/listinfo/leedslist To unsubscribe, email [email protected] PETE CASS (1962 - 2011) Rest In Peace Mate
