Marco Silva could not hide his admiration for Raul Jimenez after another influential display in a Fulham shirt.
The Fulham head coach highlighted the striker’s impact, leadership and relentless hunger as the season gathers momentum.
Jimenez once again delivered in a decisive moment. His composure from the penalty spot underlined his value to the team and his experience at the highest level.
Silva stressed that this quality has followed the Mexican throughout his career, not just during his time in west London.
“He’s crucial. He’s a great penalty-taker, not just in a Fulham shirt – he was showing that when he was playing in Portugal,” the gaffer said.
“The calmness, the quality, the bravery to go until the last moment.
“When the goalkeeper doesn’t move, it’s a moment for him to be very assertive in the way he’s going to take penalty and he did it.”
However, it was not only the goal that impressed Silva. The Fulham boss was equally full of praise for Jimenez’s work rate and attitude, describing him as a role model within the squad. Week after week, the striker continues to set the tone with his intensity and commitment.
“In terms of work ethic, attitude, commitment on the pitch, he’s giving always his maximum for the shirt and fighting like he is 18 or 19.
“But he is not, he is 34 years old, playing 90 minutes week in, week out.
“He is always giving everything for the shirt and he deserves these types of moments.”
As Fulham push forward in the league, Jimenez’s influence remains vital. His experience, combined with youthful energy and determination, continues to drive Silva’s side in key moments.
Marco Silva praises Raúl Jiménez’s work ethic, leadership and penalty composure as the Fulham striker continues to shine at 34.
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