Everton have a bright future ahead of them with Harrison Armstrong in David Moyes’ plans.
The young midfielder has proved himself at Championship level after Armstrong continually shone for Derby County.
This received rave reviews as Armstrong intends on fighting for his place at Everton, with the 18-year-old easily the most exciting talent at the club.
He’s proven to be a stalwart in the middle of the park and could easily become an integral squad player next season.
The plan is for him to emulate graduates such as Wayne Rooney, but with Armstrong wanting to stay, another promising star could be on his way out.
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Everton prospect Martin Sherif is attracting mass EFL interest
It’s become clear that Moyes really likes the potential of Armstrong being a key component of his Everton plans.
This is after Moyes hinted at Armstrong’s role at Everton next campaign, but fans might not agree.
Evertonians believe another Championship loan for Armstrong should be the way forward, and that appears to be the case for aspiring striker Martin Sherif.
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The 19-year-old Dutchman has a lot of promise, as Sherif has been described as ‘dangerous’ in front of goal, with the striker just behind Armstrong in the academy pipeline.
However, his future might not be the same destiny as Armstrong, as according to The Lower Tiers, there is a chance Sherif could permanently leave the Toffees this summer.
It’s said that championship clubs are after a permanent deal for Sherif, but League One and League Two sides are pushing for a loan move, with The Friedkin Group and Moyes set to have a difficult decision to make.
🚨🗞️ | EXCLUSIVE: Championship clubs want Martin Sherif permanently — but League One and League Two sides are also pushing for a loan move ⚖️
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Thierno Barry arrival will surely force Sherif out
It seems like after a few appearances on the bench last season in the Premier League, Sherif is Everton’s fourth-choice striker.
Although Dominic Calvert-Lewin’s potential exit could increase his status in the squad, Moyes will more than likely find a replacement.
That replacement being Thierno Barry, with Villarreal trying to sweeten Barry’s Everton move.
This means that Sherif is likely to get a loan, but could even still leave permanently if he doesn’t feel his future lies with Everton, which could be a mistake after showing serious promise.
With Championship clubs lingering, there is a big decision to be made, as a sale will no doubt also help Everton’s PSR fortunes.