Absolutely ran himself ragged yesterday and was still doing so after 120 minutes. Might not have searing pace but my God he has some fitness and endurance levels.
Amid all the joking about his lack of pace, it's easy to forget his stamina - he consistently plays 90 mins, and is always running as hard at the end of a game as at the beginning. Fantastic player.
Very well deserved. If anyone doubts his value to the squad they should be hit over the head with a plank of wood that has this written on it :
De Zerbi said, “I am absolutely delighted that Pascal has agreed a new contract with us.
“He is one of best players I have worked with during my career...