Vicente is a player from the modern era who was the standout player for a title winning team in Spain. He was the next big thing and could've moved to Madrid but turned it down to stay with his local club. The 22 year-old Vicente that tore up La Liga in 2003/4 would be a menace in today's...
Then why aren't Man City, Real Madrid et al offering us 100 million quid?
In 2003/04, a 22 year-old Vicente scored 15 goals and got 9 assists from the left wing, which led to him being named best Spanish player in La Liga and the world's best left winger by FIFA.
11 years have passed since...
I think there's very little doubt that Mitoma has been a better player for us. Who would argue otherwise?
However, as you say, peak Vicente had the edge. Both are rapid with exceptional technique but Vicente possessed elite composure and execution, both in passing and finishing.
Excellent as...