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Oliver Burke

Discussion in 'Ex Players' started by Callum McGregor, Jan 5, 2019.

Discuss Oliver Burke in the Ex Players area at TalkCeltic.net.

  1. McChiellini..

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    Always a risk but he'd be a nightmare at Rugby Park next week. Imagine him bursting through with Broadfoot and Scott Boyd :56:

    He'd crucify them and can head the ball and won't be bullied. Vital for game's like Rugby Park and Tynecastle..
     
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  2. The Prof Administrator Administrator

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    He provides a much needed physical presence, something that is needed for certain games.
     
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  3. shaunm

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    Only chance we have of signing him is if West Brom get promoted and spend serious money on there squad
     
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  4. neilly1987 Do I look happy? Do I look settled? Gold Member

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    Should go all out to keep him.
     
  5. mickcfc91

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    Just think once Bayos up and running we could play him Eddy and Burke as a front 3 for those tougher away days.
     
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  6. LloydsGamble

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    Some man oor Brendan for maximising talent eh? :brendy:
     
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  7. PaulM1888 Moderator Moderator Gold Member

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    He is frighteningly quick, I knew he had pace but it’s next level stuff.

    Can’t believe I doubted that Brendan could get the best out of a pacey winger.
     
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    Played brilliant today. I'd love to see him in a wider role, or the number 10. I think we'd see the best of him.
     
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    I realise how unlikely it is, but i'd love to see him stick around. Does anyone know how long he's contracted to West Brom for?
     
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    Unfortunately, they hold all of the cards here. He'll have three years left on his contract at the end of the season. Difficult to see how we get a deal done in my view.
     
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    Yep, i agree. Unfortunately.
     
  12. Spring Time Gold Member Gold Member

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    What’s the dark side, because there must be. His touch, pace, work rate, strength & link up play is excellent. Chases lost causes puts pressure on opposition defenders & goalie.

    Do West Brom have to pay more for him or increase his salary depending on appearances.
    There has to be a reason he’s here.
    But * all of the above, do what we can to keep him.
     
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  13. Seán Mac D Gold Member Gold Member

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    I wouldn't say his touch and interplay are excellent, if they were then he wouldn't be at Celtic. Quite often a 2nd touch is controlling it on his chest.

    His strength, stamina and pace are outrageous for a guy of his age though. He's been a revelation.
     
  14. Spring Time Gold Member Gold Member

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    We all see tha game differently Sean, I think he brings people into the game nicely, in fact I thought today he might be too quick for some of our others to ba aware what was coming.
     
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  15. Seán Mac D Gold Member Gold Member

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    Aye, I think we might. I think his weakness is his 'back-to-goal' play. He had a few slack passes in the 1st half that gave away possession.

    If he improves that then he's destined for the top because his athleticism is outrageous.
     
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    Chases everything. And try’s a wins possession back when he loses it. Edoaurd could do with learning a thing or two from him in that department.
     
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    I can only assume he couldn't get a regular game at WBA due to the physicality of the Championship?

    He's only young and the talent is clearly there.

    If WBA want to cut their losses for their purchase price we need to find it.
     
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    Brendan Rodgers is confident Oliver Burke will be fit and ready to spearhead Celtic’s attack against Valencia in the Europa League on Thursday night.

    The on-loan West Bromwich Albion forward limped out of Celtic’s 5-0 Scottish Cup win over St Johnstone with an ankle injury, having played a key role in a dominant display which took the tournament holders into the quarter-finals


    Rodgers has been thrilled by the impact Burke has had since joining Celtic in January and believes his pace, when utilised properly, can trouble any defence.


    With Odsonne Edouard not yet fully match-fit and Leigh Griffiths still absent, Burke is in pole position to play up front in the first leg of the Europa League last 32 tie at Celtic Park.


    “Oli took a knock to his ankle but we hope he’ll be okay,” said Celtic manager Rodgers. “You see his intensity and the threat he gives us. He was absolutely fantastic today. He should be okay for Thursday.

    “Oli has shown and started to progress as we thought he could. He has wonderful attributes and his pressing sets a real tone.



    He’ll be difficult to play against for anyone because the one thing that frightens defenders is pace. The speed he showed today is frightening really. It’s a joy to watch a Scottish player with that physicality and quality. There are things that he continues to work on, but he’s doing exceptionally well and he has to keep improving.”
     
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