Rafa Benitez has claimed Anthony Gordon's mentality was what held him back at Everton.
The former Toffees boss only worked with the 21-year-old for half a season before being given his marching orders at Goodison Park. Gordon was a blossoming prospect and has continued to take his game on under Frank Lampard, which drew transfer interest from Chelsea this summer.
Gordon though was not entirely convinced Benitez, who has referenced a pre-season game in Florida which rang alarm bells. The winger's fitness was not up to scratch whilst his progress in England's youth grades was supposedly being halted due to the perception of his work rate.
