The former Spurs attacker is having trouble making a breakthrough in his comeback.
Everton supporters have had to wait until this season to witness Dele ignite Sean Dyche’s team after seeing a few flashes of his potential a few seasons prior.
Though he had hinted at a potential comeback in 2023, it appears that it may be a few more weeks before the former Tottenham Hotspur player is on the field. He has battled to regain full fitness following his loan stint in Turkey with Besiktas.
If Dele can reclaim even a small portion of the form that propelled Spurs to the Champions League final just a few years prior, the Blues may witness a game-changer on the field. Andre Gomes is another player Dyche has shelved at Everton.
Although the manager prefers a 4-5-1 system, Abdoulaye Doucoure has thrived in the hole behind the striker. However, despite his untiring nature, the indestructible midfielder lacks inventiveness, particularly when facing a low block.
But here’s where Dele could be most useful, not just as a backup striker but also as an advanced midfielder who can pick passes and penetrate defenses.
Getting the most out of Gomes, Dele, and Doucoure’s swift return to the squad will be crucial for the Toffees’ survival this season, as Director of Football Kevin Thelwell has already hinted that the Blues will not be extremely active during the January transfer window.
