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Phelan addresses Eto’o rumours
- Updated: January 2, 2017
Mike Phelan admitted it would be an “unbelievable challenge” for Samuel Eto’o should the striker join Hull City.
The Hull boss was quizzed on a potential move for 35-year-old Eto’o following their 3-1 loss to West Brom, which leaves them down in 19th.
Eto’o, currently playing for Turkish side Antalyaspor, is a rumoured target for Hull as they search for firepower in their bid to avoid relegation.
Phelan joked that the former Barcelona striker would have to help defend as well, with Hull conceding 12 goals from set pieces so far this season.
“Can Samuel defend corners?” Phelan said. “I haven’t heard anything, but it would be an unbelievable challenge if Samuel Eto’o wanted to come to Hull City.
“But that’s the least of …
