Argentina hero Alexis Mac Allister has reflected on his initial anger at Graham Potter for playing him as a defensive midfielder, while touching on how the move improved his game.
The Brighton & Hove Albion fan favorite showcased his class in the World Cup final, putting in arguably his finest performance of the tournament.
Defensively, Mac Allister was simply everywhere, constantly winning the ball back and covering every blade of grass.
While on the ball, the Argentine midfielder showcased his usual silkiness and kept things ticking.
However, this has not come as a surprise to those who watch him regularly in the Premier League.
Especially this season, the World Cup winner has been different gravy as a defensive midfielder.
Despite being an attacking midfielder by trade, Graham Potter’s decision to play him deeper before becoming Chelsea boss was nothing short of a masterstroke.
And Mac Allister’s form has not seen a dip even after Roberto De Zerbi’s appointment as Seagulls boss.
As a result, it only makes sense why Tottenham Hotspur seemingly wish to sign him (via L’Interesta).
Alexis Mac Allister on being furious with Graham Potter
Argentina hero Alexis Mac Allister discussed his anger at Graham Potter for shifting him as a defensive midfielder.
“I wanted to kill him but that’s part of football”, he told the Mail (via Chels Transfer).
However, the Brighton midfielder has credit the Chelsea boss for improving him as an all-round player.
“He was very helpful, improving my versatility and physicality. I’m a much better player today because of it, so I can thank him a lot.”
Credit to Potter for spotting the Argentina hero’s hidden talent
Initially, it seemed bizarre to several onlookers that Graham Potter had decided to utilise a player as skilful as Alexis Mac Allister as a No.6.
However, as Mac Allister has admitted himself, he has developed into a much more complete player in a deeper role.
Dictating the show whilst becoming a top defensive presence, Mac Allister and Argentina should thank Graham Potter for his typically brilliant player profiling.
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