Max Dowman in action for Arsenal, with Mikel Arteta in a circular inset
Max Dowman in action for Arsenal, with Mikel Arteta in a circular inset
The former Crystal Palace star has been unable to have the same influence at the Emirates compared to what he showed at Selhurst Park.
Whether that is down to being part of a bigger collective unit, rather than being the main star, could certainly be part of it.
Nonetheless, with his performances lacking, Mikel Arteta has a decision to make over his future involvement.
Eze has not warranted another start anytime soon, but with Bukayo Saka out injured, the wide options have been made slimmer.
Arteta could turn to a youth prospect who has performed at the senior level already for the Gunners.
Why Max Dowman's true Arsenal breakthrough should be now
Max Dowman has the world at his feet, with the young Englishman proving to be one of the top young talents in the Premier League.
Arteta will not want to overuse the 16-year-old, but now is an excellent time to hand him more starts.
Eze's performance against Everton lacked quality, with the midfielder having just 76 per cent passing accuracy.
Additionally, he created just one chance and failed to test Jordan Pickford between the sticks.
Eze also only won 20 per cent of his duels against the Toffees, far from an ideal success rate.
Eze undoubtedly possesses the ability to turn games in Arsenal's favour, but his display at Everton was a reminder that he cannot be guaranteed a starting place regardless of his performances.
Dowman may still be developing, yet his inclusion could inject much-needed energy into Arteta's attack.
Arsenal's next fixture couldn't be better for Dowman
The games are coming thick and fast for Arsenal, with another matchup coming on 27 October against Fleetwood Town.
The Carabao Cup game against League Two opposition is the perfect environment for Dowman to start gaining momentum, and push once more to start in the Premier League.
If he impresses in the fourth round, it could leave Arteta with little choice but to start him over the next few weeks.
The next Premier League game against Liverpool may come too soon due to the level of opposition, but a showcase of Dowman versus Anfield starlet Rio Ngumoha is a mouth-watering prospect for England fans.