As Uzbekistan national team defender Abdukodir Khusanov plays for Manchester City, his name is increasingly being mentioned not only by local fans but also by football fans and experts worldwide. In major venues like the English Premier League, national cups, and the UEFA Champions League, he repeatedly sends a signal with his own style: "I didn't come here by chance."
Most interestingly, Khusanov has already become known as a player who can confidently play both on the right wing and in the center of the defense, and not "stick" in one position in Guardiola's team. Physically strong, combative, fast, and fearless in duels - these qualities are especially valued in the system of Josep Guardiola. Therefore, experts started mentioning Husanov among the best young defenders in Europe today.
We have collected feedback from fans in various countries since his last matches. If you read them, one thing is clear: many see Khusanov not only as a "good defender" but also as a "figure who restores City's defense."
Leo Ferns:
Khusanov is a very good defender. The only shortcoming I see is that he needs to improve his work with the ball. This comes more through play and experience. If he achieves this, he can attack forward and make long passes.
Da Slow:
Khusanov, who plays at an incredible level, is still 21 years old! As Pep said, there will be the best center-back in the team.
Abdoul Fataw Dai:
How does Khusanov jump so high?
To Victor Hamulon:
Khusanov is currently the only reliable defender at City.
Magdi:
Khusanov proved that "Manchester City" deserves to play in a difficult situation. Interestingly, I've been a Manchester United fan since 1996, but because of Husanov, I had to watch City's games and even know them better than United.
Isaac Newkippeton
The defense line should consist of Yoshko Guardiol - Marc Guehi - Ruben Dias - Abdukodir Khusanov.
Sulaiman Dan Vice:
Khusanov is the club's defense minister.
Sophonia:
Abdukodir Khusanov is impressing everyone with his performances at Manchester City! The 21-year-old has changed significantly since arriving in England.
His physical strength, speed, and relaxed handling of the ball are major assets for Pep's system. Playing as a right-back and central defender is not easy, but Khusanov's versatility is changing the game. If he maintains this form, he will be a player worth watching at the highest level in Europe.
Akill Ashik:
If Khusanov improves his ball handling even further, he will become an absolutely great player.
Shingirai Chizenge:
Try playing Abdukodir with Ruben Dias in the center. He is a young man who is not afraid of anyone and does not give up on anything.
Philip Ryan:
Abdukodir is our best defender. I hope they won't put him on the bench to play Pep Dias.
To Leonard Fon:
I like his playing style. I like defenders to be aggressive, just like Khusanov.
Handy Sphe:
My favorite defender is Khusanov.
Rashid Kusale:
Abdukodir is also very good at long passes. That pass to Marmusch against Wolverhampton Wanderers was amazing.
Warren Paterson:
As I said last season, this boy will be world-class. He has everything. Only experience is needed, and now he's getting it.
Irwan Ardiansyah:
Abdukodir becomes legendary. I can say with confidence that he can even catch the speed of Kylian Mbappé.
Frank D. Chimeza Mashikizo:
Khusanov has been my favorite since his first game at City.
David Collinge:
Khusanov is quite young and still learning, but no one can match his physical strength.
Pree Atikpa:
Khusanov can be turned into a great defensive midfielder. His reading of the game is very strong. We need to pair him with Rodri and push Niko Gonzales forward. His recovery is going very well.
Chikondi Nasiyaya:
It is necessary to play Khusanov in the Champions League, where it can be more effective.
Agoot Ayor Mabil:
Pep should support this quartet: Khusanov, Ruben Dias, Mark Gehry, and Ryan Ait-Nuri.
Jæçk Chi‡hímbæ:
Abdukodir should start the matches together with Diash and Gehi. Gexi will play as a right-back, while Diash and Khusanov will play in midfield.
In the opinion of fans, one line is very clear: Khusanov's strengths - speed, physical fitness, a firm character, and positioning. As criticism, many repeat the same thing: if he improves his ball management further, he will transform from a "good defender" into an "elite defender." And this is not the worst criticism - on the contrary, it means that the growth point is clear.
Now the most important question: will Khusanov maintain this tempo? If he maintains form, health, and confidence, his role as a universal defender in Guardiola's system can be further enhanced. If fans call him "Minister of Defense," it means the team is beginning to believe him. Now it's the turn on the field: to prove one's word once more in every game.
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