Sinisa Mihajlovic has welcomed Sampdoria's swoop for Everton striker Samuel Eto'o.
The coach was speaking after their 1-1 draw with Palermo.
"We have been weakened without Gabbiadini, as he provided us with more alternatives. Eto'o is certainly a player who has won everything, brings visibility to the club and draws media attention. But that doesn't interest me.
"I am only interested in what Eto'o can give me on the pitch. He needs to give us a hand and not be a distraction. If we are here now it's because we work hard all week and give our all during the game.
"Eto'o has to figure out how we work and how we play. I know what he brings with him. I think an intelligent group can get the best out of Eto'o and vice versa.
"Eto'o has to settle into the Sampdoria world, but knowing him I don't think that will be a problem."
