The situation at Everton Football Club is becoming increasingly dire, with the potential takeover by 777 Partners hanging in the balance. The club’s financial woes, which led to a points deduction last season, have left them in a precarious position, and the move to a new stadium only adds to the uncertainty.
Sean Dyche performed a remarkable feat in keeping the Toffees in the Premier League last season, but it’s clear that the squad needs significant reinforcements to avoid another relegation battle. One player who could have made a real difference is Ross Barkley, a former Everton player who is now set to join Aston Villa instead.
According to Football Insider, Everton’s inability to sign Barkley is due to their need to sell players before bringing in new faces, a situation that leaves Dyche with a huge problem ahead of the new season. The club’s financial constraints mean that they cannot afford to bring in the players they need, and the lack of movement in terms of player sales is only exacerbating the issue.
Improvements are needed in various positions, but without the necessary funds, Dyche’s hands are tied. He cannot continue to work miracles with the resources he has available, and relegation could soon become a reality if something doesn’t change.
One commenter, JCW, has pointed out that there is no fee involved in signing Barkley, and the departure of two high-salary midfielders should have freed up enough space in the wage budget to bring him in. However, it seems that this is not the case, and Everton are set to miss out on a player who could have made a real difference.
The situation at Everton is a far cry from the optimism that surrounded the club when they announced their move to a new stadium. The financial woes and lack of investment in the squad are causing real concern among fans, who fear that the club could be heading for another relegation battle.
In contrast, Aston Villa are making moves in the transfer market, with Unai Emery set to bring in Barkley and other players to strengthen his squad. The Villans are looking to build on their impressive finish to last season, and their ability to attract quality players like Barkley is a testament to their ambition.
Everton, on the other hand, are stuck in limbo, unable to move forward due to their financial constraints. The club’s fans can only hope that a solution is found soon, or risk watching their team struggle in the Premier League once again.