xXKonan
Senior Member
He has surprised me a bit no doubt.I saw the second half of the Betis-Valladolid game and honestly speaking Emerson looked like a beast compared to Semedo in that half. With Betis being one player down moreover.
Provided 1 assist, could have had another assist and was a constant danger offensively while good defensively as well. Had a move where he dribbled 3 Valladolid players. Never seen Semedo have such a good half offensively to date. Stronger physically as well and taller.
Would be very surprised if Rubi would not prefer Emerson as his first-choice RB. Much better than a 32 year old Barragán already and likewise Francis.
If he continues his development we might have struck gold and finally found a RB that we could compare with Dani Alves even remotely.
His HL videos in Brazil weren't amazing but he possesses some physical and Athletic gifts while seemingly decent going forward. But HL videos don't always tell the story. From what I've seen so far he has surprised me a lot on how good his ability and overall technique on the ball.
If he keeps it up he could very well have a future here and he may end up being the answer to Dani Alves for the Brazilian National team once he hangs up his boots. The Right backs that Brazil has to back up Alves are all Limited as hell.