Journalist reveals Dyche’s message to Jesper Lindstrom after halftime substitution against Crystal Palace

The 24-year-old winger, Jesper Lindstrom, was substituted at half-time with Crystal Palace leading 1-0, replaced by Leeds United loanee Jack Harrison.

Harrison’s impact was immediate, delivering a perfect cross for Dwight McNeil’s second goal, sealing Everton’s 2-1 comeback victory at Goodison Park.

In his post-match comments, as quoted by the Liverpool Echo on 29 September, Everton manager Sean Dyche explained his decision: “I told Jesper after the game that it’s about learning what’s expected here.

I spoke to him about reacting to mistakes, staying involved, and shutting the game down. He’s still learning about the culture of Everton Football Club.”

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Fans were eager to see Lindstrom in the starting lineup after his exciting pre-season performances.

However, despite some decent displays, his limited contribution in the final third has prevented him from fully earning Dyche’s trust, as evidenced by his early substitution against Palace.

Dyche’s decision to bring on Harrison proved effective, as the substitute played a key role in the victory.

Lindstrom will need to learn from this experience if he is to improve and secure a more consistent role in the team.

In the first half at Goodison Park, Lindstrom completed just six passes, becoming nearly invisible as Palace went into the break with a one-goal lead, according to FotMob.

Although Dyche has faced criticism for his substitutions earlier in the season, his decision this time appeared to pay off as Everton secured their first league win of the campaign.