The charisma of Carlo Ancelotti can’t be ignored despite some difficult years of late in his illustrious managerial regime. His arrival in Premier League has enriched the standard furthermore and the same has been revealed by Everton midfielder Allan while speaking to talkSPORT.
“Working with Ancelotti is fantastic. To work with someone who has won all the major trophies is marvellous. You learn a lot from him every day in training. I’m really proud that a coach of that pedigree, who has had such a career, likes me and admires my football. Hopefully together, here at Everton, we can achieve the things this club deserves.”
Said the Brazilian who had his best years at Napoli under Ancelotti before scripting a reunion during the summer window. The 29-year-old midfield general has made his presence known in the middle of the park and earned an integral status week in week out barring the outing against Brighton & Hove Albion (due to fitness reasons) a couple of months back.
How Everton Have Been Benefitted From The Signing Of Allan
The Toffees, however, are struggling to maintain the momentum after a blistering start. Yet they are one of the prime contenders to challenge the league’s ‘big six’ for a place in Europe and the Selecao international, with all his traits and skills, would be key to meet season objectives in the forthcoming future.
Allan, meanwhile, has been utilized deep down the midfield in a holding role who not only marshalls the backline but also converts defence into attacking threats banking on the destructive and combative aspects of his game. Although he knows how to stretch the opponents with through passing and long balls, his close control and the ability to take on the defenders one on one make it easy for the team during transitions. His presence allows Abdoulaye Doucoure to dominate space and operate in the advanced areas.
Why Ancelotti Is The Right Person For The Goodison Job
Amid the resurgence of rivals Liverpool under Jurgen Klopp, the pressure would be immense on Ancelotti to deliver and redeem the lost glory of this prestigious football club. While his days with Napoli have not been the best in terms of silverware, the pulling power he holds would only improve the Toffees with more quality additions. Everton midfielder Allan has echoed the same highlighting how the gaffer pushed for his move and made it happen eventually.
