Sam Allardyce’s arrival at Everton was not met with joy from everyone connected to the club.

Plenty of fans felt underwhelmed by the appointment, which was made earlier this week.

The 63-year-old, who has signed an 18-month deal at Goodison Park, is vastly experienced having coached eight different clubs.

Even though the response has been largely negative from some quarters within the fanbase, one man is excited to work under Allardyce.

Jordan Pickford is already familiar with the coach’s methods as he made his Sunderland debut in January 2016 when Allardyce was in charge.

The 23-year-old, who moved to Goodison Park from the Black Cats in the summer transfer window, is excited to reunite with the ex-England boss.

In an interview with Everton’s official website, the shot-stopper spoke  of Allardyce’s qualities and how he will set up the team to win games.

“Sam was great with us as a group of lads when we had him at Sunderland and knew the ins and outs of what we needed to do to win games.

“We went through a sticky period when I was there but he came in and turned it around. It was not easy but that is what the gaffer does. He is quality like that.

“He will bring a great structure – prepare us for those winnable games and, against the better sides, he will keep us solid as a unit and not let that unfold. Hopefully this (win over West Ham) kick-starts us on a run of games where we keep clean sheets and are a tight unit at the back.”

The new manager’s first game in charge will be at home to Huddersfield Town this afternoon.

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