Everton Face a Defining Summer of Change
As the Premier League season winds down with just five matches remaining, Everton are preparing for a pivotal and transformative summer. Chief among the changes is the club’s long-anticipated relocation from Goodison Park to their new stadium at Bramley-Moore Dock, just two miles away.
But the shift isn’t limited to a change in scenery. David Moyes has made a surprise return to Merseyside, brought in to help steer the Toffees clear of relegation. At the same time, the Texas-based Friedkin Group are taking the reins from Farhad Moshiri, aiming to bring financial stability and fresh direction. Together, these developments signal the beginning of a new era—one that promises a squad rebuild focused on recapturing Everton’s former glory.
Nostalgia alone can’t drive progress, and the post-Goodison era demands a bold reimagining—starting with the full-back positions. While Ashley Young and Seamus Coleman have served the club admirably, the time has come to look forward. Their leadership has been invaluable, but if Everton truly want to become a vibrant, competitive side again, youth and innovation are essential.
Time to Move On from Young and Coleman
The pair currently earn a combined £95,000 per week. Coleman, Everton’s long-time captain, has made 426 appearances since joining from Sligo Rovers in 2009, while 39-year-old Young remains one of the oldest players in the Premier League.
But experience doesn’t always equate to effectiveness. Both players have struggled to make an impact this season, and their diminishing returns suggest that the line between seasoned veterans and squad liabilities has grown increasingly clear.
Moyes may value their presence, but with their contracts set to expire in June, it’s becoming apparent that their roles have run their course. As tough as it may seem, letting them go could be a necessary step in Everton’s renewal.
Full-Back Succession Already Underway
In the current campaign, 36-year-old Coleman has managed just four appearances and 263 minutes, while Young has featured more frequently with 31 appearances, scoring once and registering three assists. Despite their efforts, the emergence of players like Vitaliy Mykolenko and Jake O’Brien has offered real promise. In fact, O’Brien’s performances have significantly limited Coleman’s playing time, further highlighting the shift in Everton’s defensive hierarchy.
As Everton prepare for a fresh chapter at Bramley-Moore Dock, the club’s fanbase will be looking for equally bold moves on the pitch. Renewing the contracts of Young and Coleman would risk clinging to the past, when it’s the future that needs embracing now more than ever.
Moyes must be ruthless and get rid of £95,000-a-week Everton duo, they’re not good enough anymore [view]
