Everton coach sees Saha as top Premier League striker
Everton coach Steve Round is predicting injury prone Toffees striker Louis Saha to have a successful season.
"Louis has come back in really good shape," the coach told The Liverpool Echo.
"It’s clear to see he has worked hard during his summer break and that’s something he’s done of his own accord. It looks as though he means business and we are very pleased with his progress; all being well, the next few weeks will do him the world of good.
"This time of year is so important, as it is not just fitness work that is important – it’s the mental side of the things as well.
"When you have been through a David Moyes pre-season and shown the right attitude to come out of it on the other side, then it stands you in good stead for anything.
"The manager tests you and stretches you to the limit, so if Louis can come through and get that basic fitness under his belt, it will be ideal for everyone."
Round feels that with a good run of freedom from injury, the Frenchman can show Everton fans the true extent of his ability.
"Louis is a very popular member of the squad and he has everybody’s respect – but that’s not just at this football club," he added.
"He is proven at the highest level. You have to remember it was only three years ago that he would have played in the World Cup final but for picking up a booking in the semi-finals.
"That tells you the kind of quality he has got. He is a player who can change a game in a flash and we hope he can show his very best."
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Comments (5)
WIYH A BIT MORE LUCK HE COULD HAVE COME OFF AT WEMBLY WITH A HATRICK,MISSED A SIMPLE HEADER, AND A SHOT THAT HE HURRIED, NOT THAT WE DESERVED IT. A FEW OF THEM RAN OUT OF STEAM, AND RODWELL SHOULD HAVE COME ON AND GOSLING EARLY THAN HE DID.
so did manchester united, he just gets injured alot.
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Yes saha is very good but not EPL best, if he the best what do say about Didier & Tevez
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