Sean Dyche squad tweak has transformed Everton as ‘simple’ claim emerges

The transformation of Everton under Sean Dyche has left many fans, especially those who endured two years of relegation battles, pleasantly surprised. The team is now comfortably situated in mid-table, eight points clear of the relegation zone, marking a significant improvement.

Sean Dyche is receiving well-deserved praise for orchestrating this turnaround at Goodison Park. While acknowledging Dyche’s role, it’s important to note that the players he inherited should not have been struggling for survival in the first place. Dyche’s achievement lies in restoring confidence and implementing a simple yet effective system, something that Rafa Benitez and Frank Lampard should have accomplished. Dyche’s intelligence and humility set him apart, deserving credit for the team’s success.

Former Everton defender and pundit Ashley Williams outlined the fundamental changes Dyche implemented on Merseyside. He emphasized the team’s clear and simple instructions, proper player positioning, consistent team selection, and the infusion of hard work, toughness, and width. These factors contributed to Everton’s resurgence.

When Dyche took over, Everton was joint-bottom in the league, with a meager goal tally and a porous defense. Dyche’s primary goal was to secure safety, which he achieved by the skin of his teeth. With a summer to instill his philosophy, Dyche has made evident changes. In the 12 league games under his management, Everton has shown improvement in expected goals, becoming harder to beat defensively, allowing their attacking game plan to flourish.

Despite the possibility of a 12-point penalty, Everton’s resilience and solid defensive foundation may prevent relegation. Dyche’s changes, though simple, have been highly effective. The team frustrates opponents with resolute performances, and their attacking prowess, led by players like Dominic Calvert-Lewin, Jack Harrison, Dwight McNeil, and Abdoulaye Doucoure, proves lethal.

If Everton maintains their current form, the sky’s the limit for how high they might climb in the season ahead.