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‘Pepe not perfect at £72m so Kean needs patience’ – Everton legend Campbell not disappointed in former Juventus star

Former Juventus striker Moise Kean has not been a disappointment at Everton, says Kevin Campbell, with Arsenal’s £72 million ($93m) forward Nicolas Pepe proving how difficult it can be to adjust to the Premier League.

Luring a highly-rated Italy international away from Turin was considered quite a coup for the Toffees in the summer transfer window of 2019.

Kean arrived on Merseyside with a blossoming reputation as one of the most exciting young talents in European football.

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He has managed just one goal, in a 2-2 draw with Newcastle in January, but Everton legend Campbell says patience needs to be shown with the 19-year-old as he seeks to unlock further potential.