Nakamba remains the precious piece in Luton’s puzzle

Zimbabwean midfielder Marvelous Nakamba has been a big hit since joining Luton Town in January, in their days in the Championship. As a loanee from Aston Villa, the midfielder was crucial in the team’s race in the second tier of English football and eventual promotion to the Premier League. In the new season, just like it was in the second half of last season, it emerged Nakamba was not in manager Unai Emery’s plans as the Spaniard prepared for his first full season in charge. There was always a home ready for the midfielder at Kenilworth Road and he has settled in pretty fast. By helping Luton seal promotion through the playoff, he was a contributor in the club gaining figures that could rise to about £290m if they survive in the Premier League. Keeping such a player is a no-brainer.

Real quality

It is in the Premier League though that Nakamba has to show his real quality and value for which Luton Town decided against releasing him at the end of his loan spell. Indeed, he has shown signs of greatness even as Luton are struggling to adapt to the pace in the Premier League. The fact that the team was the first among the promoted clubs to register a win this season raises their status as candidates for survival. It is still a tall order for them considering the slow start they’ve had. On average, each of the promoted teams needs at least a point from every game to guarantee survival. So far, they are all falling short on this aspect. Luton Town got their first ever Premier League win in beating Everton but lost two straight games ahead of the second international break. With some time to rest, you can bet on a recharged Luton to come with renewed push. This is a welcome route to use the Yesplay 100% bonus voucher that guarantees up to R3000 bonus matching the first deposit. There is no promo code required and as described on Sportytrader, you can use this Yesplay voucher to receive the promotion. All you need is to register and make your first deposit then you can choose to use the bonus to bet on sport or casino. 

Work ethic

Nakamba’s leadership, which has well been captured in his work ethic, will be crucial here. He will without a doubt be pivotal to their ambitions as a club. The Zimbabwean is never afraid of going into that 50-50 challenge, is solid defensively, has an ever existing attacking threat and his agility extends to his passing, a range that the club really benefits from. All Luton needs is a run of wins, as the club hierarchy has already proven it can be patient with the team. While it is normal for talk of sacking to exist looking at the team’s recent form, it is not expected that the club management will be in a rush to relieve Welshman Rob Edwards of his duties just yet. Though the team has earned just four points after eight matches, going into the final international break being outside the relegation zone is a welcome break. Rob Edwards has a fortnight to ponder on their fortunes and design a better strategy going forward. This strategy will definitely involve Nakamba and other senior players at the team.

 

 

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