MAROUANE FELLAINI’S attacking instinct could see him become Everton FC’s long-term successor to Tim Cahill, says David Moyes.
The Belgian international has mostly been played in a holding defensive role for Everton, but was deployed further forward towards the end of the season to impressive effect.
It meant the 24-year-old formed a dangerous attacking partnership with Nikica Jelavic, and Moyes says it bodes well for the future.
He said: “Marouane is probably seen as more of a defensive midfield player. But he’s far better when he’s joining in and getting forward because he can do a bit of everything.
“He plays for Belgium as one of a three-man midfield. For us, we’ve tended to play with two midfield players and one ahead – in the main, that has been Tim
“But I’ve always known that Marouane can do that job. We had just been looking at the right time to do that.”
The thrilling 4-4 draw with Manchester United at Old Trafford showcased exactly what a handful the former Standard Liège man can be
His volley and pinpoint assist for Steven Pienaar’s late equaliser may have stood out, but his manager was quick to praise Fellaini’s overall display in the advanced role.
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