Sean Dyche has to hook Jack Harrison at HT v Fulham, perfect Everton replacement waits
Dan Godfrey
Sat 26 October 2024 18:21, UK
Everton would benefit from Jesper Lindstrom replacing Jack Harrison in the second half of their clash with Fulham at Goodison Park.
The Toffees went into the break at 0-0 after Sean Dyche once again persisted with Jack Harrison – making a third straight start – naming an unchanged XI from the win at Ipswich Town on 19 October.
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Lindstrom, who has not featured since 28 September amid illness and selection calls, could affect the game with his unpredictability and ability to help the transition from defence to attack.
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Lindstrom’s last outing in an Everton shirt came four weeks ago when he was replaced by Harrison in the 2-1 win over Crystal Palace at Goodison Park.
Neither player has a goal nor an assist to their name in the Premier League this season, albeit with Harrison – in on his second loan stint from Leeds United – perching higher in the pecking order.
As per Fotmob, Lindstrom’s defensive contribution ranks higher than 83 per cent of Europe’s top five leagues’ attacking midfielders and wingers over the past year, and he has created chances at a higher rate than 84 per cent of players in similar positions.
Jesper Lindstrom
Everton ace Jesper Lindstrom [Credit: Imago]
In an encounter tilting from one end to the other without success, this is exactly the code Dyche could need to unlock the Toffees’ attack and overcome Fulham and their returning boss Marco Silva.
The fearlessness Lindstrom can bring with a point to prove may not just help secure three points, but give Harrison the push he needs to perform at his full capability.
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