Rolando Aarons

This little guy has been with us since he was 16, and boy does he look like he's developing. Yes, I know his goal today was a fluke, but he deserved it. He was great. Pacey, skillful, canny touch and decent vision.

It's exciting to have a talent that looks like he can make it at top level for once.

 

He looked the part today. Some classy touches and a willingness to take players on and an ability to beat them.

I have a feeling we could see a few of the development squad finding their place in the squad this season and having a role to play.

 

I agree but shake were playing a turd side not getting carried away

 

Wiki says he's born in Jamaica.
Is he free to play for England?

 

To be fair there were a few missing. Most notably Huntelaar.

 

Jesus he can actually cross

ok I'm getting carried away

 

They where missing a few of their big hitters today with farfan and Huntelaar missing but they've got some decent players there.

 

We need to keep our fingers crossed this lad doesnt get 'pardewd' anytime soon.

 

Amen to that.
I think he may benefit from a season in the championship to be fair.

 

You saying we're going to get relegated this season?

 

Hahaha. Yes and sell all of our best players then eat our own hoops with salt on.

 

I'm off to rip some alien heads

 

He does look very promising and plays a bit like Raheen Stirling. Pacy, not afraid to take you on and can actually cross a ball. Lovely cross for Riviere to score today.

 

Would be a mistake for me. He could play in the Premier League because he's got the pace and ability to beat a player IMO. I think Armstrong, Street, Satka could benefit from a loan deal but Aarons I would keep.

 

I agree. Lets get him out there and see what he can do. We have to take a few more risks with the young players at the club if we are to see the benefits.

 

I wouldn't loan out Aarons. I'd use him here. Pards seems keen and some first team football will accelerate his development. He will then leave

Streete, Armstrong need a loan. Given our lack of cover on the right I'd keep Satka too or give him a short loan at most. May as well push him forward. Good to see Pardew giving the young lads a chance. He has to ignore the fanboy supporters though who will undoubtedly get carried away with young Aarons. Ignore the pressure and protect him. Do what Liverpool did with Sterling, give him a spell and then remove him for a few months. We need to protect the lad and allow him to develop. There is plenty of time.

 

Yea fantastic from Pardew. I can't wait to see how he develops Aarons

 

So you'd prefer he wasn't given a chance? Good idea.

 

He won't be, other than our two compulsory cup games

 

He appears to being given a chance throughout pre season. That's all we have to judge at present. I realise this does not really fit with your anti Pardew agenda but its best to stick with reality.