Chelsea striker Nicolas Anelka has revealed he owes his career to Sam Allardyce after he signed him to Bolton.
While at the Reebok Anelka rediscovered his form which earned him a big-money move to Chelsea two years ago.
Speaking to the News of the World he said: "I think I showed who I really was at Bolton.
"I tried my best, like I always do on the pitch, but I learned it was a good idea to have a good relationship with everybody.
"I have a lot to be grateful to Sam Allardyce. I had a good relationship with him. It was a bit strange for me because of their style of play.
"There was a lot of ball in the air so it was hard for me at first but I managed to enjoy it and perform.
"Bolton helped improve my all-round game.
"It taught me to be stronger in my head and adapt. I learned how to play the Bolton way and I think it showed to people I could be flexible.
"I did enough and after all those years after Madrid, striving to find a big club, the opportunity came to join Chelsea and, yes, now I feel I have found a home."
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