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Post by delbut on Aug 3, 2010 7:57:54 GMT
Be The Star Of TheChels.tv: www.thechels.org/2010/08/be-the-star-of-thechels-tv/ about 10 hours ago What Can Oxford Expect from Daniel Philliskirk? Posted on 02 August 2010 by Juni. Tags: Youth & Reserves So the 2010/11 loan exodus begins. After seventeen different players embarked on nineteen separate loan spells last season, Daniel Philliskirk became the second of an expected many (following Rhys Taylor) to find a new temporary home for the new campaign. The midfielder will join up with Oxford United this week and spend a month on loan at the Kassam Stadium; a deal which will likely be extended should he impress. It’s the 19 year-old’s first foray into professional football, three years after joining Chelsea as a first-year scholar from Oldham Athletic. But what can followers of the Us expect from their new signing? First off, we should set something straight. Manager Chris Wilder made something of an intriguing statement when revealing the move: “Chelsea play in the three up front so he is used to playing in that. If he does well then he has a great opportunity here.” Now this, on the face of it, is true. Daniel does have vast experience at playing in a 4-3-3 formation, which the club had adopted throughout every level from 2004-2009, and still use occasionally at Under-18 level and as the formation of choice for all junior sides. However, it suggests that Oxford may intend to use him as a forward. Which could be a problem. Philliskirk was a forward in his more formative years, and came to the club touted as a a striker when he left Boundary Park. Whilst he has occasionally played as a lead striker wearing the number nine shirt in Chelsea Blue, he has most often lined up in midfield. Indeed, he has probably played in attack as often as he has at centre-back, as he filled in across the back line on occasion during the 2008/09 season. One Oxford fan has today suggested to me that James Constable will be leading their attack this season, flanked by two wide men. It would be a reach to expect Daniel to play in one of those roles, as he has very little recent experience doing so, and it contradicts his style. If their intention is, as would make sense, to play him in the middle of the park, then everything changes, and it could be a successful relationship. Whilst he’s not an exceptionally gifted athlete, he can handle the rough and tumble of adult professional football, and is technically accomplished to play in a team wanting to adopt an attractive style. He’s a capable passer over all distances, and plays a neat and tidy game, perhaps in the style (not ability) of a Paul Scholes. He may appear rather unassuming, perhaps introverted, but leads by example and has captained Chelsea at youth and reserve level. The aim for the four-week spell must surely to be to nail down a starting berth early on and making a positive impression which leads either to a longer spell at the club, or a step up to another level. Everything he’s shown at Chelsea so far suggests he should be good enough to compete in the division, if not stand out should the opportunity be given to him. Chelsea have tended to shy away from loans to England’s fourth tier in recent years, preferring to find homes in League One. We’ll be keeping a close eye on Daniel’s progress, as well as that of every loanee the club sends out this season, here at TheChels.net.
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Post by edgecam on Aug 3, 2010 8:01:09 GMT
Come September the 1st nothing as he will be back at Chelsea or some other team.
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Post by salaghaf on Aug 3, 2010 8:14:23 GMT
Philliskirk played ok last night.
He was mainly on the right - cutting in. He had a nice touch with a few tricks.
He looked like he still has to develop physically quite a bit.
Overall, i do not think that he will worry our established front men too much - he should help to keep them on their toes though. He might come on for a couple of games as a sub i guess - could be used as an impact player like Deering.
On another note, i am a bit worried about Mitchel Cole. He did not look very good at all.
Clist came on and looked like the best player on the pitch. He seemed quite fit really.
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Post by delbut on Aug 3, 2010 8:36:24 GMT
Lets just hope its early days on Michel cole as I also have my worries about him blowing hot and cold for us. Im glad the new lad Daniel did ok tho.  |
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Post by junior1 on Aug 3, 2010 9:03:34 GMT
Decent and fair write up by the Chelsea chap...
Interesting about the 433 being played across all levels for 5 years...
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Post by Barmy Army on Aug 3, 2010 9:54:09 GMT
Not sure i understand this signing, everywhere i read about him he plays somewhere different. The only place he doesnt appear to play is as a central striker. Time will tell.
Reference Mitchell Cole i saw him play for Stevenage a few years ago and he looked fantastic but that was late in the game with the opposition pushing forward and he had lots of space. Not sure he will be a starter but another impact player from the bench when the game is stretched.
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Post by salaghaf on Aug 3, 2010 11:43:43 GMT
Not sure i understand this signing, everywhere i read about him he plays somewhere different. The only place he doesnt appear to play is as a central striker. Time will tell. Reference Mitchell Cole i saw him play for Stevenage a few years ago and he looked fantastic but that was late in the game with the opposition pushing forward and he had lots of space. Not sure he will be a starter but another impact player from the bench when the game is stretched. I hope that Mitchell Cole does improve - it may have just been an off game? The pitch was awful. He seemed quite uninterested. His short passing was very poor. He had to apologise quite a few times for his passing last night. He seemed to be playing a central striker role in the first half - very strange? Then he was told/asked to get back on to the wing and stayed there for a bit. To be fair, Philliskirk's finish was very good. He was unlucky not to have more. He is just not quite there physically. Eastwood did not have a great game either - i would not feel happy with him in goal if he played like he did last night. Deering controlled the game. Kinniburgh used it as a training session - he looked good in the second half. Some of the "kids" were quite poor for us actaully. These are pre-seasons. First Team players do not want to get injured so do not always give 100%. We shall see who starts saturday - i suspect not many of the above................................. |
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Post by Out of the gloom on Aug 3, 2010 12:22:14 GMT
Interesting article, thanks for posting.
If he is a forward it seems an excessive signing at this stage.
Vast difference in the players, formation and competitiveness between last night and Burton methinks. Only then can we truly start to learn.
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Post by oufcrealist on Aug 3, 2010 13:53:27 GMT
I'm sure CW would have had a chat with Daniels Dad Tony about him. CW and Tony Philliskirk were at Sheff Utd together for a couple of seasons and Tony is youth team coach at Oldham where Chelsea got Daniel from. It may be that they think he can be a decent striker at league two level. He may not be enjoying what Chelsea are trying to get him to do there. Just a thought!
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Post by HKYellow on Aug 4, 2010 4:53:44 GMT
If he is motivated, can see this lad doing very well. Dont forget he signed from Oldham for a figure that could total 2mm!!
He scored 8 times for Chelsea reserves last season, so is surely good for this level. He could maybe do what Defoe did for Bournemouth a few seasons ago.
I hope CW plays 4-3-3 at home with Beano, Green & Danny, with Midson on the bench.
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Post by psquared on Aug 4, 2010 13:02:43 GMT
If anyone knocks Jack out of the starting line-up it would have to be Potty, LSD or Mitch. I think Phillis will have to wait.
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Post by foghornleghorn on Aug 4, 2010 19:07:37 GMT
Re Mitchel Cole: Stevenage fans seem to think that he either turns up or he doesn’t, but when he does he can win a match (I guess a bit like Murray in that regard then). On the plus side you should now within 5 minutes whether to sub him or not!
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Post by oufcrealist on Aug 5, 2010 10:51:42 GMT
Re Mitchel Cole: Stevenage fans seem to think that he either turns up or he doesn’t, but when he does he can win a match Nearly all wingers are like that. Quite often depends who the full back is that he is up against. |
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Post by edgecam on Aug 5, 2010 11:01:11 GMT
If anyone knocks Jack out of the starting line-up it would have to be Potty, LSD or Mitch. I think Phillis will have to wait. But he does not have time to wait he will be on his bike in less than 4 weeks. If he’s not straight in, why sign him? |
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Post by Up The Manor on Aug 5, 2010 11:07:45 GMT
If anyone knocks Jack out of the starting line-up it would have to be Potty, LSD or Mitch. I think Phillis will have to wait. But he does not have time to wait he will be on his bike in less than 4 weeks. If he’s not straight in, why sign him? Agree with this,I could be wrong but I cant see the point in signing him! Would think PHILISKIRK,could come on as a sub? Again in what part of the team,I am not sure. |
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Post by edgecam on Aug 5, 2010 11:13:14 GMT
But he does not have time to wait he will be on his bike in less than 4 weeks. If he’s not straight in, why sign him? PHILISKIRK,quote] Up the manor, you cut and past his name didn’t you, as I did the same thing then changed the capitals. I wonder how many of us could spell his name. |
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Post by HKYellow on Aug 6, 2010 2:31:11 GMT
I would like to see him start at Burton, if not next home game. I really think he can make a big impact in the time he is here.
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Post by junior1 on Aug 6, 2010 4:18:42 GMT
For what it's worth off the pitch he is a polite and well spoken lad...
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Post by oufcrealist on Aug 6, 2010 9:16:50 GMT
He is here for a month to see what he can do with a view to a long term loan, so I expect him to be involved from the start. Probably as a sub tomorrow but more game time as the month goes on.
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Post by dabigfella on Aug 6, 2010 11:15:58 GMT
Very diffiuclt to see where he would fit in with the present playing system. Unless he turns out to be far, far better than anybody we currently have on the books.
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