Rubin Has Had His Chances

[Der Kaiser]

I think he’s been badly coached, I don’t recall Dave Jones moaning about Jason koumas”s lack of defensive play.

Jason Koumas was a naturally quicker, stronger and more tenacious footballer with far superior talent.

Pointless comparison.

[Tuerto]

Jason Koumas was a naturally quicker, stronger and more tenacious footballer with far superior talent.

Pointless comparison.

And Koumas wasn't that committed by all accounts. Steven Gerrard said that Koumas was a much better player than he was as a youth player. It goes to show that ability alone isn't always enough. Determination and sacrifice with the ability to adapt to circumstances are as much an essential as natural ability.