Striker Victor Anichebe urged to stay at Everton by manager David Moyes

23 December 2010 23:04
Everton manager David Moyes has urged Victor Anichebe to accept the club's offer of a three-year contract. [LNB]The Nigeria striker, who has six months left on his current deal, rebuffed lucrative new terms earlier this month.[LNB] Offer: Everton's Victor Anichebe[LNB] 'Victor is a handful when he is at his best,' said Moyes. 'If he starts to believe a little bit more, he could become a really good player. This is the right place for him, and we can get something sorted. Deep down, I think he realises this is the best place for him.' [LNB]Moyes will recall Mikel Arteta after a threegame ban for the Boxing Day clash with Birmingham City, but he wants to see the Spanish midfielder justify becoming the highest paid player in the club's history with a £75,000-per-week five-year contract. His form since signing has left Moyes mystified.[LNB] 'Mikel has had more expectations on his shoulders,' said Moyes. 'I'm hoping during the second half of the season he'll return to what we know he is about.' [LNB] It's top secret! Liverpool stalwart Jamie Carragher is put on the spot Andy Townsend's boot room: Clash of the day - Everton v Birmingham[LNB] [LNB]  Explore more:People: Victor Anichebe, David Moyes Places: Nigeria

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