Ben Godfrey was one of Everton’s reinforcements for the current Premier League along with James Rodríguez, Allan and Abdoulaye Doucouré, among others. The 23-year-old defender has already made 13 appearances for the Liverpool teamHowever, only until this Wednesday in the 1-2 victory against Leeds United for the 22nd date of the Premier League, could he play as a center-back.
The Englishman spoke with the club’s official media and appreciated the work he did with Yerry Mina in the back of the team, who with his victory as a visitor returned to get into the fight for qualifying positions in international tournaments. The player feels important and wants to give a hand in whatever position in order to achieve the group objectives under the direction of Carlo Ancelotti.
“I’ll do what I have to do, I’ll play anywhere. But it’s good to be back in my natural position. I enjoyed playing alongside Yerry Mina. We had to absorb some pressure sometimes and stick together, but I really enjoyed it. For me, new to the club, it’s good to learn from some of these guys. They have played at the top and I am trying to do exactly the same. Learning with them is great, “said the player.
Godfrey assured that they knew that Leeds was going to be a difficult challenge, especially when playing at Elland Road, but appreciated the importance of the whole team, especially the defensive sector, in order to take the victory for Liverpool. In addition, he affirmed that there is a good atmosphere in the group.
“We knew Leeds was going to make it intense and a bit like a basketball game, up and down. We stuck together and sometimes we had to push ourselves. You also have to do unpleasant things when you leave the house. We’ve done it. It shows the character we have. The boys are excited and they are three important points. “
With this result, Everton climbed to the sixth box of the standings with 36 points, after 11 games won, three tied and six lost. In addition, he has a goal difference of +6. On the next day, he will visit Manchester United, a direct rival, at Old Trafford. The meeting will be played on Saturday, February 6 at 3:00 pm
