Pundit: Alex Iwobi is Everton’s ‘best player’ and deserves offer
Paul Robinson has claimed Alex Iwobi is “thoroughly deserving” of a new bumper deal at Everton.
Speaking exclusively to Football Insider, the former Spurs and England number one said the 26-year-old has been “the standout player during a difficult time” at Goodison Park.
Iwobi has just over 18 months remaining on his contract on Merseyside.
As reported by the Daily Mail (25 November), the midfielder is set for a “huge pay rise” after an impressive start to the season for Frank Lampard’s side.
The Nigeria international is said to be on the brink of penning a new £100,000-a-week deal.
When asked by Football Insider if Iwobi was deserving of the bumper new deal, Robinson said: “100 per cent.
“He has been the standout player during a difficult time at Everton.
“It was difficult situation at Bournemouth. His shirt got thrown back by the crowd but I do not think that is a reflection of how the fans feel about him. It was more about that performance from the team.
“Iwobi has shown his quality this season. He has improved a lot under Frank Lampard.
“A new contract and a pay increase would be thoroughly deserved. He has been their best player this season.”
Iwobi has contributed one goal and six assists in 17 appearances across all competitions this season.
He has been capped by Nigeria 58 times and has 10 international goals to his name.
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