Harrison Armstrong has been a regular for Everton since returning from his Preston North End loan spell in January.
However, Armstrong hasn’t had the luxury of playing in his most favoured position, as David Moyes has moved the midfielder out to the wing more often than not.
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Everton manager David Moyes.
Since Idrissa Gana Gueye returned from AFCON, the 19-year-old has played on the left and right flank and even as a number 10 on a couple of occasions.
At times, it has looked like Armstrong has struggled, and now he has just shared how he feels about being asked to play out of position.
Harrison Armstrong admits playing on the wing has been a challenge
Speaking to Everton’s website, Armstrong admitted it has been a challenge playing on the flank, but he remains grateful for the opportunities.
“It’s part of the sport – if you’re not able to adapt and overcome challenges, then you’re not in the right game,” the England youth international explained.
“It’s always going to be tough, whether you’re in middle or out wide, but I’m just fortunate to be having the opportunities because there aren’t many teenagers who are playing in the Premier League consistently and I’m trying to make the most of mine.”
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Moyes has been pleased with Armstrong’s performances and has stated that he will become a Premier League veteran one day.
“The biggest thing I can say is I don’t think he looks out of place in the arenas, whatever he’s been in,: the Toffees boss said earlier this year.
“He’s shown that his future will be in the Premier League. There’s obviously some really well known teenagers who play in the Premier League, but there’s not that many. I think now to get teenagers playing and getting them minutes is really important.”
Armstrong was benched in the win against Burnley last week, so it looks as though he’ll have to impress off the bench to regain his spot in the starting line-up.
The Toffees academy graduate will probably be a much more important player next season, as Idrissa Gana Gueye is due to leave at the end of the season.
Gueye is out of contract in June and there’s been no sign of a renewal up to now.
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