I've heard it said that Kevin Keegan was an example of an average player who worked so hard that they made themselves world class.

While I understand the sentiment I don't really buy that myself but it had me thinking.

What examples do Holers have of players they have seen, who from one season to the next, most improved as a player.

'Who are you and how did you get in here? I'm a locksmith. And, I'm a locksmith.' (Leslie Nielsen)

I think Ronaldo is the right answer in terms of someone who has maximised their talent - I've always thought the biggest compliment to him is that he's even made it a debate between himself and Messi, as I think there's a significant gulf in natural ability.

For us, I think Jedinak is as extreme an example as I saw - he was abysmal his first few games; poor on the ball, couldn't turn, couldn't run, game just seemed to pass him by. Turned into probably the most dominant midfielder I've seen play for us, certainly physically.

I also remember Wardy getting skinned by a Watford prospect called Sean Murray in his first game for us - Murray absolutely ran rings round him and I thought we'd signed a real dud.

Murray is now 27 and playing in the League of Ireland, so I think Joel won the war.

Ayew's form from 1st to 2nd season probably deserves a mention, but he's gone back to being sh*te so not sure it counts.

AJ scored one in 10 for Birmingham and 1 in 2 for Palace. Pretty good deal since he was the makeweight in the Clinton deal.

I got voted most improved player once. Bloody embarrassing.

He probably said, 'I'd love it if you'd beat me'

'Who are you and how did you get in here? I'm a locksmith. And, I'm a locksmith.' (Leslie Nielsen)