Romey 1878 Posted August 12, 2016 Report Share Posted August 12, 2016 Davies, Dowell, Holgate. Three is a lot of youngsters to be giving a go at the best of times, but Koeman is having to fix the mess of Martinez so it's even more surprising. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nogs Posted August 12, 2016 Report Share Posted August 12, 2016 Davies, Dowell, Holgate. We'll see how much they play. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevO Posted August 12, 2016 Report Share Posted August 12, 2016 I think Holgate and Davies will get a bit of playing time this season, but I'd doubt they would get more than a few starts. But two kids getting into the first team is still pretty good going. I'd much rather have quality senior players and not have to rely on the kids though, with the exceptional talents shining through. Lowensda, Matt and Romey 1878 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nogs Posted August 12, 2016 Report Share Posted August 12, 2016 That all depends on who the senior pros are. If you are resorting to Gibson or Cleverley, I'd rather give a kid a go, they are a waste of a shirt who add nothing to the team. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevO Posted August 12, 2016 Report Share Posted August 12, 2016 By senior pro's im taking about good players in the first team. No one in particular. Lowensda 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bailey Posted August 12, 2016 Report Share Posted August 12, 2016 Garbutt should be given a go on the right in Colemans absence. Considering he has played in midfield throughout his career as well as FB I am sure he would cope. Romey 1878 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markjazzbassist Posted August 16, 2016 Report Share Posted August 16, 2016 gone to wigan on loan until jan 2. Sibdane 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sibdane Posted August 16, 2016 Report Share Posted August 16, 2016 Glad to see he's going on loan somewhere. Hopefully he shines and either: A) comes back a much-improved player ready to fight Baines for the LB spot, or raises his price to potential suitors. markjazzbassist and London Blue 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brisbaneblue Posted January 31, 2017 Report Share Posted January 31, 2017 What is the situation with Garbutt?? Wasn't in the U-23 squad against man u today and looks like he hasn't played for them since his return from loan.. Is he out injured? or not playing because of some other restriction? With Connolly out on loan and Garbutt seemingly unavailable, I'm struggling to think of who Koeman means when he says there are young players who can fill in as backup LWB/LB with Oviedo's departure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nyblue23 Posted January 31, 2017 Report Share Posted January 31, 2017 Maybe not in the U-23's because he'll make the squad Wednesday? Koeman might also see Funes Mori as lb cover, which is a bit scary. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
London Blue Posted January 31, 2017 Report Share Posted January 31, 2017 Maybe not in the U-23's because he'll make the squad Wednesday? Koeman might also see Funes Mori as lb cover, which is a bit scary. Scary to say the least. I hope Garbutt is in the squad for Wednesday or a replacement lined up. I think we might be in for a surprise or two on deadline day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cornish Steve Posted January 31, 2017 Report Share Posted January 31, 2017 (edited) Scary to say the least. I hope Garbutt is in the squad for Wednesday or a replacement lined up. I think we might be in for a surprise or two on deadline day. Wouldn't it be nice to hear a name like Aaron Cresswell mentioned (although, in many ways, I'd prefer Garbutt because of his age). Edited January 31, 2017 by Cornish Steve Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Romey 1878 Posted January 31, 2017 Report Share Posted January 31, 2017 Why do people keep talking about Connolly as a back-up to our left side? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brisbaneblue Posted January 31, 2017 Report Share Posted January 31, 2017 Why do people keep talking about Connolly as a back-up to our left side? Connolly is playing RB at Wigan but you might remember he made his Everton debut last season against Southampton as a LB. He also started a handful of games for the U21/23's this season and last at LB. Unsworth has praised his versatility saying that he's equally comfortable at LB, CB, RB and DM. He posses the natural traits and skills to fit all of those positions - he's two footed, 183cm tall, has good heading ability, a goal scoring threat on set pieces, a solid tackler and can cross a ball (but could do with improving). It's quite rare these days to develop players to play three or more positions but you can see how handy it is having a versatile player like that in your squad - think James Milner, Daley Blind, Philipp Lahm and David Alaba. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Romey 1878 Posted January 31, 2017 Report Share Posted January 31, 2017 Connolly is playing RB at Wigan but you might remember he made his Everton debut last season against Southampton as a LB. He also started a handful of games for the U21/23's this season and last at LB. Unsworth has praised his versatility saying that he's equally comfortable at LB, CB, RB and DM. He posses the natural traits and skills to fit all of those positions - he's two footed, 183cm tall, has good heading ability, a goal scoring threat on set pieces, a solid tackler and can cross a ball (but could do with improving). It's quite rare these days to develop players to play three or more positions but you can see how handy it is having a versatile player like that in your squad - think James Milner, Daley Blind, Philipp Lahm and David Alaba. Just seems like a way to fit both him and Kenny into the same side. I don't think it's any coincidence that at Wigan he's playing RB. It's his proper, and natural, position. Putting Connolly forward as LB cover is really pushing things. Matt 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markjazzbassist Posted January 31, 2017 Report Share Posted January 31, 2017 he's been back from loan at wigan since jan 2. maybe we will see more of him now that baines is gone. Or we'll see lennon there as the wingback since he can defend and tracks back well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted January 31, 2017 Report Share Posted January 31, 2017 he's been back from loan at wigan since jan 2. maybe we will see more of him now that baines is gone. Or we'll see lennon there as the wingback since he can defend and tracks back well. Help my tired head, is he injured? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markjazzbassist Posted January 31, 2017 Report Share Posted January 31, 2017 Help my tired head, is he injured? sorry meant oviedo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted January 31, 2017 Report Share Posted January 31, 2017 sorry meant oviedo aaaah! was going nuts there, busy day at work Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Romey 1878 Posted April 26, 2017 Report Share Posted April 26, 2017 http://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/luke-garbutt-aiming-revive-everton-12943633 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shukes Posted April 26, 2017 Report Share Posted April 26, 2017 Hope he can show his early potential and get back on track. Matt and Romey 1878 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sibdane Posted April 26, 2017 Report Share Posted April 26, 2017 I'll be rooting for him of course -- doesn't seem Koeman rates him though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StevO Posted April 26, 2017 Report Share Posted April 26, 2017 He looked great in the first team. Would love him to come good. Romey 1878 and London Blue 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duncanmckenzieismagic Posted October 10, 2017 Author Report Share Posted October 10, 2017 The curious case of Luke Garbutt's Everton career... http://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/whatever-happened-luke-garbutt-can-13740507#ICID=ios_EchoNewsApp_AppShare_Click_Otherhttp://www.liverpoolecho.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/whatever-happened-luke-garbutt-can-13740507#ICID=ios_EchoNewsApp_AppShare_Click_Other Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Posted October 10, 2017 Report Share Posted October 10, 2017 Always thought there was something about him. Hope he makes the step up EFC-Paul 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EFC-Paul Posted October 12, 2017 Report Share Posted October 12, 2017 On 10/10/2017 at 18:28, Matt said: Always thought there was something about him. Hope he makes the step up Agree I always thought he would go on to become a mainstay in the side even possibly dislodge Baines at a fairly early stage in his time here as he looked quality to begin with Hopefully he keeps it up and is given a chance Matt 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aidan Posted October 13, 2017 Report Share Posted October 13, 2017 Scored a 35 yard absolute gem of a free kick in the u23s. I mean gem too! Beautiful strike. Sibdane 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duncanmckenzieismagic Posted October 13, 2017 Author Report Share Posted October 13, 2017 Matt 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeO Posted October 13, 2017 Report Share Posted October 13, 2017 That's a bit good! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pete0 Posted October 13, 2017 Report Share Posted October 13, 2017 Cracker. Hopefully he can follow Niasse to rise from the reserves. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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