Pundit hints at Everton first-team transfer exodus next summer
Michael Ball believes there can potentially be an exodus at Everton next summer amid the current contractual situation.
The ex Toffees player has lauded Aboulaye Doucoure for penning an extension at Goodison Park.
However, there still remain several other players in the final year of their deal.
Ball told the Liverpool Echo, “Since Sean Dyche has come in, Doucoure has been one of our better players, and who will ever forget the goal he scored against Bournemouth?
But I also think that Doucoure is a prime example of what can happen when someone, like your manager, shows faith in you. The smile on his face now tells the story.
Next summer could be another difficult one for the club due to the number of players we have out of contract, which is why it is important to see players like Doucoure tied down.
Lots of factors to consider
All is not well behind the scenes at Goodison Park and that could be why a number of players are waiting before they commit.
Few are like Jordan Pickford and Doucoure who’d want to stay at the club regardless of where they are – in the Premier League or Championship.
However, once the takeover mess is sorted and there is more clarity if they will be hit with a points deduction, more players will make up their minds.
Sean Dyche’s job does not appear to be in any real danger as of now so that’s one thing that will not factor into the decisions of the players.
It remains to be seen who decided to stick and who decides to twist as there will be a few picking the latter.
If there is a feeling that some players will not extend regardless, then plans must be made to sell them in January.
In other Everton news, the focus will now be on strength and condition as a Toffees player is set to miss the next two games.