Everton They were beaten at Goodison Park in midweek, Aston Villa Spoil David MoyesAn exciting return to the dugout. It was a tough battle Premier League Competition and the hosts will have taken solace from their aggressiveness and commitment.
But Moyes will surely realize the size of the task on his shoulders, with the Toffees lacking the key elements for attacking success and desperate for some new inspiration this month.
The January transfer window represents a great opportunity to strengthen the squad, and with Armando Broja's ankle injury meaning he will join the squad. He is likely to be called up to Stamford BridgeEverton are ready to sign a new striker.
Everton are eyeing a new striker
Spanish sources have made a remarkable revelation English club Everton is seeking to sign Barcelona striker Vitor Roque, who is currently on loan to Spanish club Real Betis.
Betis are reluctant to agree a permanent deal for the 19-year-old, but with La Blaugrana are keen to cash inEverton could step up and tempt the teenager with Premier League football.
There appear to be too many variables that could prevent Everton from seeking a deal, but strange things have happened and the Blues are desperate for something new in the No. 9 spot.
What will Vitor Roque bring to Everton?
A powerful striker with a powerful shot on goal, Roque has the perfect skills to excel at the top of Moyes' Everton side. Cut from the traditional striker cloth with some modern conversions, the Brazilian may not be the best baller in the game, but he has been praised for his 'special' qualities by Former Atletico Madrid star Diego.
Roque's emerging career at Barcelona has certainly not panned out, but he remains one of the most talented young strikers in all of Europe and will be an asset to Moyes' side, facing a unit that cherishes his quality as an elite member.
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Vitor Roque – La Liga statistics with Real Betis |
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Match statistics* |
# |
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Matches (start) |
16 (12) |
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Objectives |
4 |
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Helps |
0 |
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Shots (on target)* |
2.4 (1.1) |
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Complete the pass |
73% |
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Key passes* |
0.6 |
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Quirks completed* |
0.4 |
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Total duels (won)* |
2.8 (34%) |
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Statistics via SofaScore |
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There is a lot to work on, but Roque has reached a degree of productivity after a difficult start in Spain, and can now take his career to the next level with Everton, where he plays as a central striker.
Dominic Calvert-Lewin It may be the club number. One player up front this season, however, as he is out of contract in the summer and is currently suffering from illness 16 barren matches In the Premier League, there is every reason for Moyes to shake things up.
Roque isn't just a target man either, ranking in the top 17% of forwards across Europe's top five leagues over the past year for progressive carries (2.04) and top 10% for interceptions (0.40). According to FBreffocusing on the athleticism and energy that would charge Everton's system.
A carry is considered progressive if the ball is carried towards the opponent's goal at least 10 yards from its starting point or carried into the penalty area.
FBref also recorded that he has a statistical resemblance to the Manchester City star Erling Haalandwho recently extended his Premier League contract until 2034, is the highest-paid footballer on English shores.
Haaland is of course the gold standard when it comes to strikers competing all over the world He scored 111 goals in vain He participated in 126 matches with City, most notably winning the treble in the 2022/23 season.
Like Roque, Haaland is a dangerous striker who imposes himself on defenders with powerful runs and powerful finishes. Pep Guardiola praised him For his “unique” personality on and off the field.
Rocky manages more than his Norwegian counterpart who Ranks in bottom 31% of positional peers For progressive drives (0.97) per 90, so Everton's goal may have the upper hand in this regard.
But with one of the most dangerous players in the squad, why doesn't Moyes move to bolster Everton's squad with a player with similar characteristics? This could be a game-changer as the Blues struggle to turn their fortunes around over the coming months.
