Looking back Ardley definitely underutilised Ruben, although at the start his fitness wasn't there, certainly not compared to the fitness levels Burchnall and Williams have enjoyed from the Portuguese wonder.

His ability and natural talent was there for all to see in those early days , even when viewed on streams during the Pandemic. You just had to look a little harder, but once you spotted it you looked out for it.

Under Burchnall his production (assists and goals) were incredible, along with the nice touches, turns and controls. Especially if you got to witness him in away games.

Under Williams , his overall game has improved, and he is contributing more defensively as well as producing the assists and goals. As he said himself he's having his best season in his opinion.

It's been a pleasure watching him play for Notts, and the radar struck gold with this signing.