Montpellier’s Manager applauds Jerome Akor’s impact and eyes improvement

Montpellier’s manager, Michel Der Zakarian, expressed admiration for the immediate impact made by Nigerian striker Jerome Akor at the club. Akor, who joined La Paillade from Norwegian club Lillestrom in the summer, has seamlessly integrated into his new surroundings, delivering noteworthy performances for the former Ligue 1 champions.

In just 11 outings, the 23-year-old has already scored an impressive seven goals for Montpellier, a feat that places him second only to Paris Saint-Germain’s Kylian Mbappe in the goal-scoring charts of the French top-flight this season.

Der Zakarian shared his surprise and praise, stating, “I’m surprised what he’s doing. In a championship, which is not easy, he quickly adapted. Scoring goals and creating chances as he does is very good.” The manager commended Akor for his decision-making, technical prowess, and strong work ethic.

Acknowledging Akor’s significant contribution, Der Zakarian pointed out areas for potential improvement. Despite the striker’s remarkable start, the manager sees room for growth, particularly in aerial play. He highlighted that, given Akor’s size, there is potential for improvement in timing and mobility in the air. While commending his hold-up play and consistency, Der Zakarian expressed surprise at the striker’s high-intensity runs.

As Jerome Akor continues to make waves in Ligue 1, Montpellier’s manager remains optimistic about the striker’s potential for further progress and success with the team.