Patrick Vieira Describes Lampard-Like Conor Gallagher As “Dream” Player

Written By Jacobs Dunga

Chelsea loanee, Conor Gallagher is in the best form of his early career as the midfielder has proven to be the standout player in Patrick Vieira’s Crystal Palace side.

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Gallagher has been attracting rave reviews from all corners due to his eye catching performances for the Eagles this season.

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The 21 year old scored his fifth and sixth goals of the Premier League season against Everton last time out with coach Patrick Vieira coming out to single out the youngster for special praise.

Speaking after the win against Everton Vieira compared his finishing to that of Chelsea legend Frank Lampard and says the English international has the passion of Ray Parlour.

“Conor has this passion for the game when he is on the field like a Ray Parlour, but I would say he has maybe the quality finishing of a Frank Lampard,” Vieira said.

“It is a manager’s dream to have a player like Conor because when he is on the field, he will give everything. “He is focused, concentrated and will always give his best. This is something that for me is really important.”

Gallagher has already made his debut for the English national team and could be back at Chelsea next season if he maintains his good run of form.

Vieira has attributed the lad’s desire to improve as reason for his goal scoring spree. “I think it is his determination to progress. Every time he is putting his feet on the field, he wants to improve and to challenge himself,” the Palace manager added.

“We know his quality and we know he can be box-to-box. He can score goals but what is really impressive with him is his work ethic in training every day.”

“I think it is his determination to progress. Every time he is putting his feet on the field, he wants to improve and to challenge himself,” the Palace manager added.

“We know his quality and we know he can be box-to-box. He can score goals but what is really impressive with him is his work ethic in training every day.”

“When you have that kind of determination to challenge yourself and to improve, you will have more chance to succeed.”

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SkySports’ Adam Smith speaking on the Essential Football Podcast described him as the modern day midfielder.

“He really stands out as the modern midfielder. I think a lot of managers would love to have him. If you just look at the stats, he ranks second at Palace for tackles – as a midfielder – and wins more possession in the middle third than any other player.

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“On top of that, you saw how he nudged Benteke out of the way and said ‘I’m having this’ [to score]. At 21 years old, to be doing that and executing it like that.

“His all-round game is excellent: his work-rate, he’s run further than any other player at the club as well.

“He’s a workhorse, he can score, more assists and chances created than anyone else at Palace. Across the board, he stands out and looks like a really promising prospect, for England, too.”

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