Frank Lampard would not have enjoyed facing Alex Iwobi in a midfield battle during his playing career.
The Blues boss has credited the 26-year-old with having the ability to turn and play in both directions, "boundless energy", and vision - all attributes that make him tough to play against. Such glowing praise, from one of the greatest centre-midfielders of the Premier League era, is the latest recognition of Iwobi's impressive start to the season.
Speaking after another all-action performance against Southampton, in which Iwobi provided the assist for Dwight McNeil's match-winner but was also a defensive force, Lampard also offered insight into what he believes to be the Nigeria international's best position. While his Everton renaissance was built covering as a wing-back, for Lampard, it was the glimpses in a number eight role that excited him most.
