Julen Lopetegui highlighted the quality of Raúl Jiménez

We are against the return Raul Jimenez at his sporting best and even competitive coaches are able to recognize it. The thing is, in the last few hours, Julen Lopetegui, the former coach of Wolves and the current manager of West Ham, has emphasized the real moment that the forward team of the Mexican National Team is going through.

Since his serious injury in 2020, it has been difficult to see Raúl Jiménez at a high level. And, although his departure from Wolverhampton seemed to be the end of his stay in Europe, Fulham decided to give him a chance and the Mexican attacker did not disappoint. The thing is, even though he struggled to get into a rhythm last season, At the beginning of this nothing was saved.

Not to mention, in his last four games with Fulham he scored three goals and added one assist, as well as He got again with the goal in the Mexican National Team. And, against this fertile period, Julen Lopetegui did not hesitate to be more level who is today a competitor on the fields.

“We had a period when he had problems with his pubs; Fortunately, he is doing very well now. I already suffered at Fulham; He got the goal for us and I spoke to him. “Very happy because he is a top level footballer.”

Julen Lopetegui, DT part of West Ham

The Spanish coach, who knew how to coach Raúl during his time at Wolverhampton, described him as a top player, but explained why he used this adjective. That is, from his point of view, Jiménez has good physical and mental qualities, something that allowed him to remain among the elite of world football for years.

Now, it remains to be seen if Raúl Jiménez can maintain this level for the rest of the season, as it is not easy to maintain this level of scoring in the Premier League. Will he be able to achieve it?

When will Raúl Jiménez’s Fulham play again?

After the FIFA deadline, the Premier League resumes its normal rhythm this weekend. As for Raúl and Fulham we have to wait until Saturday, October 19, when the London team hosts Aston Villa with Emiliano Martínez and company. Will Raúl be able to score against Dibu?