Owen Hargreaves has claimed that Leeds United forward Raphinha can play ‘anywhere’, as he told Premier League Productions.
The former England midfielder added that Raphinha is also a player new Leeds boss Jesse Marsch could build his team around.
The dust is starting to settle on Marcelo Bielsa’s departure at Elland Road, with Marsch losing his first game in charge at Leicester City on Saturday.
Leeds battled hard during that game, and from the chances they created, they should have found the back of the net.
Going forward, one man they are going to rely on for goals is their flying South American and Hargreaves likes what he sees from the 25-year-old.
“For me, he is one of the best players in the Premier League,” said Hargreaves. “He could play anywhere.
“He could probably pick his team based on him, he’s that good. Find a way to get him on the ball.”
Raphinha has been Leeds’ standout star this season and that during a difficult season for the club.
After a strong debut campaign in the Premier League, Raphinha has taken his game to the next level.
The Brazil international has to be credited for that because it’s on the back of their struggles, injuries to key players and lack of balance in the side.
But if Leeds are to maintain their Premier League status then, on top of their injured stars returning, their flying trickster on the wing is going to be very crucial.
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