‘My King’ – These Everton fans delighted by fitness update on Allan
Everton fans have reacted happily on Twitter to the news that centre midfielder Allan is due to resume training in seven-to-ten days time.
The Brazillian signed from Napoli in the summer and has been a huge hit with the Goodison Park faithful. Allan was one of three big midfield signings, along with James Rodriquez and Abdoulaye Doucouré.
Since his unfortunate injury against Leicester he’s missed six matches, and his return will provide a huge boost to Carlo Ancelotti’s side.
Despite his absence, the Toffees still find themselves in 6th spot in the Premier League. The one defeat in their last six came against 7th-placed West Ham.
Overall Allan has featured in 12 of Everton’s league fixtures this season, building some impressive statistics prior to his injury layoff.
When in the starting XI, Allan averages over 87% passing accuracy and completes four successful dribbles per match. [WyScout]
A driving force in the centre of the park, he also makes four interceptions and over eight recoveries in the oppositions half per 90.
It is hoped that Allan will be fit for contention as soon as February 8, when the Toffees travel to Old Trafford to face table-toppers Manchester United.
News of his return to training was met by ecstatic Everton fans on Twitter and Goodison News have picked out the best responses for you:
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