By Sogeyinbo Abdulrahmon Olabanji (SIWES student, Gate Way ICT Polytechnic)
Alex Iwobi expresses his gratitude for the opportunity to play for Everton under manager Marco Silva and is committed to repaying that faith by giving his best for the club.
It’s noteworthy that Iwobi appears most comfortable and effective when playing in a central position on the field. The question arises: will his role at Fulham allow him to play in this preferred position? Can he contribute to the team’s goals this season?
Iwobi stepped into the lineup, replacing Andreas Pereira, and played a key role in winning back the ball, leading to Joao Palhinha’s second-half equalizer at the Amex Stadium.
Clearly, Iwobi relishes the increased involvement in the game when playing in the midfield and sees it as a way to have a greater impact on the team.
His determination to make a difference for Fulham this season is evident, and he enjoys his new role.
Reflecting on his performance, Iwobi acknowledges that he could have done better but emphasizes the importance of securing a point at a challenging stadium.
Fulham’s head coach, Marco Silva, who initially signed Iwobi for Everton, played a pivotal role in convincing him to make the switch to Craven Cottage.
Iwobi shares, He’s the one that actually got me to Everton. I did speak with him, and he has a lot of faith in me.
For a player to have that trust and confidence from the manager allows you to go and express yourself and play with freedom. I just need to repay the faith.
