Wishy has been unfairly singled out of late. He held his groin near the end of the Euro game, so there may be a slight knock affecting sharpness. Beyond that, the bigger problem is perception. He has a languid, relaxed style that doesn’t sit well with some fans, a calmness on the ball that looks like strolling until he chooses to accelerate. I personally like that composure. He carries the ball from defence well and has a turn of pace when it’s needed. But because he doesn’t run around like others, his mistakes stand out more.
A niggle, maybe
To be fair, a late groin hold in a European game can sap confidence and mobility. If that’s the case, a short rest or cover makes sense until he’s right. We definitely don’t need to invent crisis over every loose pass. Small fitness worries affect precision more than concentration. That’s an important distinction.
Style and perception
He’s got that Aasgaard/Bajrami-type vibe: tidy when required, laid-back in possession. Fans tend to forgive frantic energy but are harsher on players who look unruffled. The media and a few pundits have been quick to single out every miscue, and that fuels the crowd. Yes, he rushed into a tackle yesterday and got booked, but that was one rash moment, not proof of a poor attitude.
What we should do
We need cover in the squad so the manager can rest him if necessary. And crucially, we should stop turning on him in the stands. The atmosphere feeds into performance. A player who’s slightly off form because of a niggle will often find form again with a bit of protection and the crowd behind him. So let’s give him time, don’t pile in at the first mistake, and support him while things get sorted.
Look, you can understand frustration, we expect standards. But football isn’t just about visible hustle, it’s about decision-making and timing. When a player’s precision slips it’s often down to fatigue, niggle or rhythm, not a lack of heart. The sensible course is clear: provide competition, rotate sensibly, and keep the noise in the stands positive. Give the lad a breather, back him through the rough patch, and he’s more likely to repay that patience with the steady performances we all want.
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