TF S4DK Posted April 16, 2008 Report Share Posted April 16, 2008 Armand Traore believes he could follow in Emmanuel Eboue's footsteps and make the transition from full-back to winger.Eboue made the right-back position his own during Arsenal's run to the Champions League Final in 2006 but has been pushed into a more advanced wide role since the arrival of Bacary Sagna last summer.Traore has made nine appearances for Arsenal at left-back this season but, in recent weeks, has operated on the wing for the Reserves. The role seems to suit the Frenchman perfectly - he is quick, skilful, can whip in a decent cross and has a fierce shot which has brought him three goals in eight starts for the second string.The 18-year-old's success on the left flank is no great surprise. After all, Traore's 'new role' is actually a return to familiar territory."It's my position originally in football so I kind of found myself normally in the left wing," he told Arsenal.com after an impressive performance in the Reserves' 5-1 win against Derby on Monday."I'm starting to enjoy playing there more and more and, yes, it's better for me."Arsène Wenger described Traore as "an adult in football" earlier this season and handed Traore his Premier League debut in the 1-1 draw with Liverpool at Emirates Stadium on April 5. So could Traore go on and 'do an Eboue' for the first team?"Yes, it's a possibility," he replied. "It's the boss' decision of course but if he thinks I could play in midfield for the first team then I would do it. I would be more than happy to do it."You don't have to defend as much [on the left wing] but the positioning is pretty much the same. Obviously I get to attack more and attacking is one of my strong points." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bardissimo Posted April 16, 2008 Report Share Posted April 16, 2008 hmmi'd rather not but would make the transition better than eboue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buc Nasty Posted April 16, 2008 Report Share Posted April 16, 2008 Of all players to aspire to be like and he chooses Ebway.SMFH Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Kid Posted April 16, 2008 Report Share Posted April 16, 2008 Well he's got to do something. He's probably realising that Clichy's only what, 22? He'll always be second fiddle to him, so why not make hints. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ShabbzE3 Posted April 16, 2008 Report Share Posted April 16, 2008 Reminds me of C.Ronaldo NO LIE Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Medic Posted April 16, 2008 Report Share Posted April 16, 2008 Well he's got to do something. He's probably realising that Clichy's only what, 22? He'll always be second fiddle to him, so why not make hints.c/s Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anelka Posted April 16, 2008 Report Share Posted April 16, 2008 Why not, lets do it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
XcalibA Posted April 16, 2008 Report Share Posted April 16, 2008 seems like man is tryin to say f*ck buyin a left winger just fling me there and let me done teams Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aquaman Posted April 16, 2008 Report Share Posted April 16, 2008 should have been tried a few months back. when i saidnow i would prefer if we bought some players. like i was saying since this time last year we need someone who can play both wings Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gattsu Posted April 16, 2008 Report Share Posted April 16, 2008 oh dear Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ShabbzE3 Posted April 16, 2008 Report Share Posted April 16, 2008 big talent Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Posted April 16, 2008 Report Share Posted April 16, 2008 He does do alot of running forward and hes turned easily. Blessing in disguise. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dizzle Posted April 17, 2008 Report Share Posted April 17, 2008 Who saw him play left wing against Derby reserves? Ripped their right back to pieces. His end product needs work tho but he's probably the most skillful player at Arsenal (please note I said most skillful not best dribbler).Think it's a good idea, I'd put him on the bench from now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lenny Posted April 17, 2008 Report Share Posted April 17, 2008 Could be a big move tbh Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Badman Posted April 17, 2008 Report Share Posted April 17, 2008 hes very quickcould pay off within timebetter choice than buying a left winger imo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TF S4DK Posted April 17, 2008 Author Report Share Posted April 17, 2008 Smh.Eboue would be a shower man against Derby's reserves. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dizzle Posted April 17, 2008 Report Share Posted April 17, 2008 Smh.Eboue would be a shower man against Derby's reserves.I wasn't using that game to measure his ability, Just reported what I saw.And Im not saying he's the answer to Rosicky's back up.Just wanna see him get a chance in that position @ Prem level to see what he can do. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darkman Posted April 17, 2008 Report Share Posted April 17, 2008 *shakes head*will never be a winger Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Sho Case Posted April 17, 2008 Report Share Posted April 17, 2008 hes very quickcould pay off within timebetter choice than buying a left winger imo surely you man haven't forgotten what's been happening since the turn of 08we need ready made/more established players*shakes head*will never be a winger ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Eduardo Posted April 17, 2008 Report Share Posted April 17, 2008 hes very quickcould pay off within timebetter choice than buying a left winger imo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gunner Posted April 17, 2008 Report Share Posted April 17, 2008 Try this in pre season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Mickey Kane Posted April 18, 2008 Report Share Posted April 18, 2008 hes very quickcould pay off within timebetter choice than buying a left winger imo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
noah1325356891 Posted April 18, 2008 Report Share Posted April 18, 2008 everytime i see him playhe looks shookso boyalso he's extremely weak Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
n/a Posted April 18, 2008 Report Share Posted April 18, 2008 hes very quickcould pay off within timebetter choice than buying a left winger imo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TF S4DK Posted May 4, 2008 Author Report Share Posted May 4, 2008 Wasnt bad, better than I thought, but still dunno if he got what it takes... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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