Everton have a number of young players who are currently spending time away from the club plying their trade with other clubs on loan.
The name most familiar to fans out on loan is Harrison Armstrong, as he continues to impress in the Championship.’
Armstrong shared his stance on an Everton recall in January, with the Blues left extremely short in the midfield department.
However, the 18-year-old Everton midfielder is not the only player who is making the most of his experience away from Finch Farm.
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An overview of Harrison Armstrong's performance for Preston vs Wrexham.
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David Moyes admitted not enough talent is produced by Everton on the back of his return to the club earlier this year.
But there are clearly some shining examples of players who the Blues have produced that are giving their all to impress the 62-year-old.
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It has been a solid start to his life away from Merseyside, with the 21-year-old picking up regular minutes at the senior level.
Speaking to BBC Sport, John Doolan has waxed lyrical about just how far Heath has progressed in his opening months on loan at the Wham Stadium.
“He’s a top player. We brought top players to the club,” said Doolan.
“[Isaac Heath] is an unbelievable talent. To see what teams are doing to him now; doubling up, trebling up, they trebled up on him on Saturday.”
“He’s getting asked loads of questions… He’s got answers. He’s scoring goals and assisting. He’s a constant threat and he’s only going to get better. He’s an unbelievable talent.”
Heath has been scoring for Accrington Stanley and developing his game through regular minutes in the starting XI.
He has netted three goals and provided three assists this season in League Two.
Everton certainly are not short of wingers, but it will be a big positive for Moyes to hear that some of his young options are improving whilst they spend time away from the club.
Everton will have to decide on Heath and Harrison Armstrong soon
Moyes has admitted Everton will consider recalling Armstrong in January, with the Toffees currently short on first-team midfielders.
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Harrison Armstrong on possibly returning to Everton in January.
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This is unlikely to be the case with Heath, who is not yet at the standard to play in the Premier League for the Blues.
However, having tasted senior football, Heath may well return to Finch Farm next year and consider what may be best for his future.
At the age of 21, Heath may well feel that he needs to push on with his career and experience men’s football on a regular basis.
With the likes of Tyler Dibling struggling to earn a spot in the side, Everton will need to decide if they can provide Heath with what he needs to continue his development.
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