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Cenk Tosun has all the attributes to flourish for Everton - but his progress could be scuppered by Sam Allardyce.

The Turkish international arrived at Goodison this month in a £27million deal from Besiktas, making his debut in the weekend's 4-0 defeat to Tottenham at Wembley.

His compatriot - and former Newcastle star - Emre Belozoglu is a huge fan of the 26-year-old, who rattled in 64 goals in just 142 games for the Istanbul giants.

But he has expressed his concern over how he might find life under Allardyce on Merseyside.

Emre has been critical of the Everton boss in the past, having served under him during Allardyce's short tenure at Newcastle.

Speaking on Turkish television, Emre said: "I’m really happy for Cenk Tosun. I feel it’s easier for Turkish players to go play abroad now than it was in our time.

"Cenk is really professional. He doesn’t see himself better or worse from what he is. He just wants to constantly improve himself.

"The football in England is physical, but Cenk Tosun’s finishing is top class. His biggest misfortune, I would say, is Sam Allardyce, who was my coach at Newcastle United.

"Allardyce lets his striker feel alone on pitch and his system can’t really provide for his team’s striker."

Tosun is expected to make his home debut next weekend against West Bromwich Albion.