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‘Joe Cole was a gamble for Lille, but so far he’s been successful’ – Moussa Sow hails impact of on-loan Liverpool midfielder
The 30-year-old became one of the few Englishmen to play abroad by temporarily moving to France in the summer, and has impressed his new colleagues with his commitment
1 Dec 2011 08:42:00
By George Ankers
Joe Cole (Lille) - Training
Lille striker Moussa Sow has hailed the impact of on-loan Liverpool midfielder Joe Cole, seeing his arrival as a gamble that has paid off for the Ligue 1 title holders.
The England international has made 17 appearances for the Stade Lille-Metropole outfit since his temporary switch in the summer, with the French side hinting that they would like to pursue a permanent transfer.
Cole’s level of commitment in particular has impressed the Senegalese forward.
“He's a great pro,” Sow told RMC Sports.
“Along with [David] Rozenhal, he is the first in the locker room in the morning.
“He is always there ready, he is very involved and highly motivated, even when he's not playing. It's a surprise to see him like that.
“It was a gamble for the club, and so far it's been successful.”
Cole, 30, made the move across the English Channel after enduring a difficult season at Anfield in 2010-11, and has already expressed his happiness with life in France.
The former Chelsea man has scored three goals for the Ligue 1 side, who are currently third in the table.
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The England international has made 17 appearances for the Stade Lille-Metropole outfit since his temporary switch in the summer, with the French side hinting that they would like to pursue a permanent transfer.
Cole’s level of commitment in particular has impressed the Senegalese forward.
“He's a great pro,” Sow told RMC Sports.
“Along with [David] Rozenhal, he is the first in the locker room in the morning.
“He is always there ready, he is very involved and highly motivated, even when he's not playing. It's a surprise to see him like that.
“It was a gamble for the club, and so far it's been successful.”
Cole, 30, made the move across the English Channel after enduring a difficult season at Anfield in 2010-11, and has already expressed his happiness with life in France.
The former Chelsea man has scored three goals for the Ligue 1 side, who are currently third in the table.
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