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‘Iwobi is not a defender’ - Agbonlahor urges Everton to strengthen full-back position

Former Aston Villa forward Gabby Agbonlahor has insisted Alex Iwobi is not a defender and Everton should recruit full-backs during the January transfer window.

The winger featured as a wing-back in the Toffees’ outings against Fulham and Leeds United following the injuries suffered by Seamus Coleman and Lucas Digne.

The Nigeria international impressed against the Cottagers to help Carlo Ancelotti’s men secure all three points in the encounter.

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The 24-year-old, however, struggled in the position against Leeds and his not-too-impressive showing contributed to his side’s defeat.