Graeme Souness doubts whether £42m Man City player is even good enough to play in the Premier League

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Published on 2024-02-19 16:30:00

Graeme Souness has expressed skepticism about whether Kalvin Phillips is a Premier League calibre player. Phillips has struggled to make an impact at West Ham United, with several disappointing performances. In a recent 2-0 loss to Nottingham Forest, Phillips received a red card for a reckless tackle. This was just part of a string of underwhelming displays, including losing possession to Scott McTominay in a loss to Manchester United, and being unaware of Alex Scott’s presence in another game, leading to a goal.

Souness has questioned Phillips’ place in the Premier League, suggesting that his move to West Ham may have been premature. He argued that Phillips had only played 65 games in the Premier League and therefore has not proven himself to be a top player in the English top-flight. He also pointed to Phillips’ unsuccessful move to Manchester City as evidence that he may not be at the desired level for the Premier League.

In light of these criticisms, it is important to note that Phillips has had successful spells at Leeds United and in the England national team. However, his performances at West Ham have raised concerns about his Premier League quality. Former player Roy Keane has also criticized Phillips’ playing style, claiming that he slows down the game too much.

While there is no debate about Phillips’ previous performances, the question remains whether he can step up his game for West Ham and adapt to the demands of the Premier League. With increasing scrutiny on his performances, it will be up to Phillips to prove himself as a top player in the English top-flight. Until then, doubts about his Premier League credentials will continue to linger.

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