Kevin Campbell suggests Everton trio could be sold by Benitez
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Kevin Campbell has suggested that Everton duo of Allan and Richarlison may have fallen out with Rafa Benitez, along with Lucas Digne.
Speaking exclusively to Goodison News, the former Toffees striker has stated that he doesn’t think Richarlison was injured in the 3-1 defeat against Crystal Palace.
Benitez took Richarlison off in the second half when the Toffees were 2-0 down, and it provoked an angry reaction among the away fans.
Campbell has figured out the pattern of what’s been going on at the club, and told exclusively to Goodison News: “I don’t think he was injured. I am seeing Lucas Digne, Allan, Richarlison falling out with the manager. They have got to generate funds.
“Looking pretty ominous to me what’s happening. I truly hope I’m wrong.
“Digne has a re-sale value, Allan has a sale value, and Richarlison has a big-money value. They are the ones that can generate money so that he can shape the squad.”
Vital January window
Digne has not been picked in the matchday squad for the last two Premier League games, and clearly’s that a rift between the French defender and the Toffees boss.
Benitez is likely to bolster his squad in the January window, but it’s highly unlikely that he would be given a hefty transfer budget.
The Spaniard will want to reshape the squad to his own taste, and he could sell some of the players to generate funds to make new additions.
At the same time, it’s a dangerous ploy as well. Everton fans are already frustrated with the results being poor, and it could further antagonise them if the likes of Digne and Richarlison are being sold.
Everton have lost four away games in a row. They face Chelsea next in the Premiership clash on Thursday at Stamford Bridge.
In other Everton news, Michael Owen has predicted the outcome of Thursday’s clash against Chelsea.
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