December 10th 2024.
It's no secret that the Championship is a highly competitive league, with teams fighting tooth and nail for promotion to the Premier League. And according to former Middlesbrough and Manchester United defender Gary Pallister, there's one player in particular who is causing havoc for defenders in the league. That player is none other than Ben Doak, a 19-year-old loanee from Liverpool who is currently playing for Boro this season.
Pallister has been keeping a close eye on Doak's performance, and he's been thoroughly impressed. Despite only scoring one goal and providing five assists in the league so far, Pallister believes that Doak is as threatening as any player in the Championship right now. "I like everything about him," Pallister told bonuscodebets.co.uk. "He's tenacious, he can drive the ball inside and out, and he's not afraid to ask questions of the defenders. He's a real threat on the field."
But Pallister's praise for Doak is not without a hint of worry. He knows that Liverpool can recall the young talent back to Anfield in the new year, which could potentially disrupt Boro's push for promotion. "He's making a real difference to Middlesbrough," Pallister said. "He's probably the most threatening player in the division at the moment."
Doak's presence on the field has also caught the attention of Boro's manager, Michael Carrick. The former Manchester United midfielder is hoping that Doak's skill and tenacity can help lead Boro back to the Premier League. Currently, they are sitting in fifth place in the Championship, just one point ahead of seventh-placed Watford.
Despite some struggles this season, Pallister believes that Carrick has Boro playing some of the best football he's ever seen from the team. "I think under Michael, I've seen some of the best football I've ever seen a Middlesbrough team play," Pallister said. "The football they played when they made it to the playoffs was amazing. It's attractive and they have the freedom to express themselves on the field."
Pallister also praised Carrick's calm and collected demeanor, which he believes has translated onto the field with his players. "His style of football is great and he's got a connection with clubs like West Ham and Tottenham," Pallister said. "He's a very calm, intelligent character and it wouldn't surprise me if he's being considered for other Premier League jobs, like the one at United."
Overall, Pallister is confident that Boro can make their way back to the top flight with Carrick at the helm and players like Doak making a difference on the field. "They're playing the best football in the Championship right now," Pallister said. "And with a good run of form, they could find themselves in the top two. The fans are certainly enjoying the style of football they're playing."
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