Patrice Evra says Juventus teammate Gonzalo Higuain’s determination to score goals reminds him of another star striker he played alongside.
The defender has likened Higuain’s passion to that of former Manchester United hitman Ruud van Nistelrooy, claiming the Argentine is rarely not thinking about hitting the back of a net.
“I did not know him personally, but he goes crazy when he does not score goals,” Evra told UEFA.com.
“It’s in his nature. I remember a match where we were both on the bench and he did not have any nails left in the end.
“He told me that he simply had to score when he came on. It’s the only thing he thinks about.
“I remember van Nistelrooy was just like that. They are among those players who were simply put on this world to score goals. Those who cannot sleep if they do not score.
“And that’s perfect for Juventus.”
Higuain has already recorded seven goals for Juventus, since his Serie A record transfer of €90 million in the summer.
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