Elche CF is looking for a pivot with personality for their new project. Coach Martín Anselmi wants Ali Houary in the team for the next year. The 20-year-old has changed the focus on his figure in just a few weeks.
What has changed in Ali Houary?
The loan to Mirandés has had a lot to do with it. In January, Elche CF understood that it needed to compete every weekend and get out of its comfort zone. In Miranda, he found exactly that. He had continuity, lived with the demand of professional football and accelerated a maturation process that is now starting to be seen with clarity.
Why is it important for Elche CF?
The change is also seen in the physical. Ali Houary has gained about five kilograms of muscle mass, arrives better in the duels, sustains better the efforts and transmits a sense of a much more prepared footballer for the rhythm that demands the First Division.
What comes next?
The feeling within the club is shared: Ali Houary is an important asset, of future and present. Coach Martín Anselmi is convinced that he can help from the first day and the club's plan passes through him continuing in the team.
The generation of champions born in Orihuela always was one of the most recognizable talents of the Illicitan nursery. His name and surnames warn of his Moroccan origin. Generation 2005, last season was close to forming part of the block that conquered the World Cup Sub-20 for Morocco and now is integrated in Elche CF.
Elche CF is currently in 18th position in the League, with 32 points, 7 wins, 11 draws and 13 losses in 31 games. They have scored 39 goals and received 47. They are 47 points behind leaders Barcelona.
