Tony Cottee Predicts Everton and Tottenham’s Relegation Battle Ahead of PL Showdowns.
Tony Cottee Expresses Concerns Over Everton's Relegation Threat This Season.
Everton has endured another challenging season, currently sitting 16th in the Premier League, just two points above the relegation zone.
Despite the completion of The Friedkin Group’s takeover, the club faces restrictions due to PSR rules, limiting their ability to strengthen in the January transfer window.
This means Sean Dyche will likely have to rely heavily on the current squad to secure survival in the top flight.
When Alan Brazil questioned Tony Cottee about his concerns for his former club during the talkSPORT Breakfast Show on January 3 (8:58 AM), Cottee admitted, “I am, Al.
I’ve been worried all season, but they must stay in the Premier League.” He went on to highlight that Leicester City is in a precarious position, while Ipswich’s strong result gives them hope.
He also mentioned that although Wolves are fighting, Southampton seems to have lost momentum, and several big clubs like West Ham, Tottenham, and Manchester United are in danger of being sucked into the relegation battle if they suffer a poor run of form.
Sean Dyche’s main task now is to keep Everton in the Premier League.
While the remainder of the season may feel long and tense for the Toffees, there are reasons for optimism.
The recent announcement of the takeover could provide the foundation for a brighter future, and if Dyche can guide the team to survival, Everton will enter next season with a solid base for improvement.
However, the task at hand remains immense, as the competition at the bottom of the table is fierce, with several teams fighting for survival.
Everton’s recent results have shown some promise, including important points against Arsenal, Chelsea, and Manchester City in December.
Yet, a disappointing 2-0 loss to Nottingham Forest served as a reminder that mere draws won’t suffice if the club is to stay up.
It remains to be seen whether The Friedkin Group will continue to support Dyche through the season.
If the 53-year-old manager hopes to ease mounting pressure, he must ensure his team starts turning draws into wins sooner rather than later.
The club’s survival may depend on his ability to inspire a strong run of form in the coming months.
