Journalist moots Sean Dyche to wield axe on Everton defender Ashley Young
Paul Brown has mooted Sean Dyche wielding the axe on Everton defender Ashley Young due to his underwhelming performances this season.
Speaking to Give Me Sport, the Josimar journalist has brought up his costly error and also the fact that he seems to be a mistake waiting to happen.
The England international moved to Goodison Park in the summer and has done little to prove to fans why he continues to be a first-team regular for Dyche.
Brown said, “Young was brought in partly because Dyche trusts him and thinks he’s an experienced professional.
“But we haven’t seen Young making the decisions you’d expect from an experienced professional over the last few weeks.
“He’s had quite a few rushes to the head, where he’s made a costly mistake, and it might be time to take him out of the team.
“I think he looks like an accident waiting to happen in some games. It might be best for all parties if he comes out of the limelight for a couple of weeks just to rebuild his confidence.”
About time
Brown mooting Dyche perhaps considering a change in the Toffees defence, specifically by benching Young, resonates with the defender’s underwhelming performances this season.
Young’s costly errors and perceived lack of sound decision-making have raised concerns among fans.
Considering alternatives like Nathan Patterson or Seamus Coleman for a starting role makes sense, given their potential to inject energy and defensive stability.
Patterson has shown promise and dynamism, providing a fresh and youthful approach to the right-back position.
His inclusion could invigorate Everton’s defence and contribute to a more resilient backline.
On the other hand, Coleman, an experienced campaigner, brings leadership qualities and a wealth of knowledge.
His steady performances in the past make him a reliable choice and he’ll probably need a few games off the bench to build up his match sharpness ahead of regularly starting him.
Benching Young in favour of either Patterson or Coleman could not only address defensive vulnerabilities but also provide Young with an opportunity to regroup and rebuild confidence.
Dyche’s trust in Young may need reevaluation based on recent performances.
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