Having started the season on the sidelines courtesy of his Achilles injury suffered during training last May, Eze’s return to match action has been slow and steady, with Viera asserting every step of the way that the midfielder would not be rushed back at risk of further injury. That has limited him to just six Premier League appearances this season, with five of those coming off the bench as a substitute.
Patrick Viera said: “That was his opportunity and I think he did really well. He played with a lot of personality. What I was really pleased about his performance is the work that he did out of possession, because we all know what he can do with the ball. So that part of the game he needed to improve, and I think he did it really well. And now that has to be consistent. And the best way to be consistent is to play games.”
