Dutch midfielder Taylor has scored five goals since the start of the year, placing him only behind Isaksen and Noslin in the top scorers of the calendar season. His presence on the pitch has been described as a "vision" that goes beyond human perception, with coach Rino and coach Gattuso defining him as a player capable of doing everything and doing it better than anyone else.
Taylor was included in Gattuso's team with the role of attacking midfielder, but the coach transformed him into a midfielder, ready to cover large distances and launch the game with precision. His style of play, characterized by horizontal, vertical and transversal balls, allowed Lazio to create inviting spaces and exploit goals. His ability to turn the ball into a goal was highlighted both in his two home goals and in the three assists to his teammates, proving that he is a versatile player.
During the summer, Taylor was the only "untouchable" player in the team, avoiding a transfer that could have compromised the midfield structure. Gattuso further motivated the Dutchman after an unloading phase, underlining that Taylor is an important player, strong and capable of holding the pitch well, giving rhythm to the game and always in the right place. The coach also highlighted his ability to manage the construction of the game, with a double pivot and a connecting role in the offensive phase.
Taylor is also the team's second penalty taker, after Zaccagni, and has shown that he is ready to handle penalty situations with calm and determination. He expressed his desire to be remembered as a "warrior" for the Lazio shirt, underlining his happiness in playing for the team and his commitment to achieving higher goals.
With the ongoing season, Lazio continues to focus on Taylor as a point of reference in the midfield, with the hope of exploiting his versatility and commitment to lead the team towards new successes. The team's future will also depend on the ability to maintain the cohesion of the midfield and make the most of the qualities of players like Taylor, Isaksen and Noslin.