There had been some doubts that Arsene Wenger believed the new striker wasn't quite ready for the new style of play and physicality of the game in England, however Lucas» solo run that ended in a goal proved to many that he definitely offers Arsenal something new when driving forward with the ball. (justarsenal.com)
what's making him not effective in the EPL however, is his inability to deal with the physicality of the game, often unwilling to put more effort in protecting the ball, or to chase down the dribbler who just stole his ball. (justarsenal.com)
Looking at the City / Chelsea game, the physicality of the game seemed at a higher level than we are used to handling. (justarsenal.com)