Opinion: Dyche could be in trouble if he continues repeating the same mistake with 50% Everton flop.
Sean Dyche should contemplate dropping Dominic Calvert-Lewin from his Everton starting XI following his disappointing performance against Southampton in the Premier League on Saturday.
The English striker endured another disappointing performance, managing just one shot during Everton’s 1-0 defeat at St Mary’s Stadium on November 2.
Calvert-Lewin has long been a key player for Everton, but it seems the time has come for a change.
Why Beto Could Be a Superior Option Than Dominic Calvert-Lewin for Everton
Everton’s season has not unfolded as hoped despite their summer investments.
Calvert-Lewin’s struggles have compounded these issues; although the team often appears weaker without him, changes are necessary if Everton hopes to avoid another relegation battle in the Premier League.
Armando Broja is set to return soon, but given his inconsistent performance over the past few seasons, it remains uncertain whether he will significantly impact Sean Dyche’s squad.
According to Sofascore, during the 68 minutes Calvert-Lewin was on the pitch, he recorded only 16 touches, culminating in an xG of 0.09.
This expected goals ratio is far from satisfactory and is not what one would expect from their leading striker.
The single shot he managed was blocked, and of the eight passes he attempted, only half found their target.
In contrast, Beto, who played for just 22 minutes, achieved an xG of 0.69.
While he had only six touches, this is just ten fewer than Calvert-Lewin, highlighting his greater involvement in the match.
Defensively, Calvert-Lewin’s numbers were also underwhelming.
He won 66 percent of his ground duels and 100 percent of aerial duels. Beto matched his defensive contributions, winning 100 percent of ground duels but only 33 percent in the air.
Moreover, Calvert-Lewin lost possession of the ball seven times, while Beto managed to lose it only twice.
There is still potential for improvement, but at this moment, Calvert-Lewin appears to be on a downward trajectory compared to Beto.
As Everton navigates a challenging season, considering alternatives to Calvert-Lewin may be essential for revitalizing the team’s fortunes.
