Michael Keane and Dominic Calvert-Lewin to start – Predicted Everton XI vs Leicester
Everton face a huge trip to Leicester in the Premier League where they can take a huge stride towards survival with a win at the King Power Stadium.
After Burnley were beaten by Aston Villa on Saturday afternoon [May 7], the Toffees have a chance to overtake them with a win ahead of their game in hand in midweek.
But Frank Lampard must make some calls on his starting lineup after the impressive win over Chelsea last week and whether or not he should stick or twist.
In goal Jordan Pickford will continue, off the back of what was a tremendous game for him last week where he made arguably the save of the season to deny Cesar Azpilicueta.
Ahead of him the manager has a big decision to make. Yerry Mina returned to the side and was excellent once again in the heart of the defence, while Mason Holgate showed his talent too.
But Michael Keane’s experience is available and Lampard could be tempted to make the switch to bring the former Manchester United man into the mix to add more steel.
On the right, captain Seamus Coleman has found a second wind after a torrid season so far while Vitalii Mykolenko continues to impress on the left and looks to be a shrewd signing by Rafa Benitez before his exit.
In midfield, the manager has a much simpler decision to make. Fabian Delph has been tremendous since his return from injury and should get the nod again over Allan in the holding role.
Alex Iwobi has been superb in a more central role with his energy and pace, helping to link the midfield and attack well while also helping Abdoulaye Doucoure to cover plenty of ground defensively too.
In attack, Anthony Gordon is now one of the first names on the team sheet after his performances this season and will continue in his role on the right hand side.
Richarlison has showed great attitude and spirit and got himself on the scoresheet for the fourth time in five games with the winner against Chelsea.
He will continue in the side after shaking off a leg injury, but will likely see his role changed to be on the left wing to allow for the return of Dominic Calvert-Lewin.
The England international has struggled for form and hasn’t found the net since August, but remains a key figure in Lampard’s plans.
He has recovered from his most recent fitness battle and should come back into the side as Everton need goals, with Demarai Gray likely to be the man to make way.
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