Wilfried Zaha’s dribbling ability is like that of Barcelona star Lionel Messi, according to former Crystal Palace manager Frank de Boer.
The Ivory Coast international has been the Eagles’ star man so far this season and has scored three goals in six Premier League games for the London club.
His performances have earned raved reviews from pundits and former professionals, none more so than De Boer, who was briefly Zaha’s manager at the beginning of last season.
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Speaking as a guest on Sky Sports Monday Night Football , where De Boer’s former side went down 2-1 to Bournemouth at the Vitality Stadium, he claimed it is Zaha’s quick feet that often result in him being fouled.