Everton midfielder Abdoulaye Doucoure is stunned by comparisons between Iliman Ndiaye and himself.
The veteran is happy that he gets to play alongside someone of Ndiaye’s qualities.
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The two impressed in a 4-5-1 formation in a 1-1 draw against Leicester City at the weekend.
Post-game, Doucoure said: “Iliman is a top player. He can play left, play 10. Some people try to compare us but we are so different so I don’t understand why people try to make this competition between me and him.
“I want to keep playing with him. He’s a top player and is going to give us a lot this season.
“He’s very skilful, can keep the ball and score goals. Jesper (Lindstrom) played very well too so it’s nice competition and he will give us more choice.”