Tyrique George in action for Everton
Tyrique George in action for Everton
After a strong loan spell last season, the Merseyside club looked to bring him back to Hill Dickinson.
And this time on a permanent transfer, ending his time at Chelsea.
David Moyes would end up getting his man, and so far, he has continued to go from strength to strength.
As uncertainty over Jack Grealish rises, Everton need a big star to step up in those positions behind the striker.
And George can be that x-factor player for Everton as they look to qualify for Europe.
Tyrique George's attacking numbers highlight his ability to trouble Premier League defences
George's ability to beat defenders in one-on-one situations gives Everton an important outlet in the final third.
It is a part of this game that makes him stand out as a winger in the Premier League.
And George's numbers suggest that he offers more than just pace and direct running on the wing.
As per Data.MB, George ranks high among Premier League wingers in two key attacking stats.
For successful dribbles per 90, the English winger ranks fifth, with a total of 4.37.
When it comes to successful attacking actions, his efficiency is high as well, with 5.91 per 90 minutes.
Everton now just needs the 20-year-old to translate those actions into output, as so far, he has just one goal and zero assists this season.
Thierno Barry has been scoring for Moyes' side, but the Toffees cannot and should not solely rely on the Frenchman.
George should be Everton mainstay
Everton do not have the deepest of squads, but George has still found himself rotated this campaign.
In the 10 Premier League games so far, he has failed to start in three of them.
With it clear that he has positive attacking actions in the final third, Everton must keep him in the team.
Replacements such as Brennan Johnson have been far from impressive, with the Welsh international completing just 0.44 dribbles per 90.
Quite a drop-off from George's 4.37 average.
George ultimately offers a level of directness that Everton have struggled to find elsewhere in their attacking options.
So, for that, dropping him, notwithstanding injury, should not enter Moyes' thoughts for the foreseeable future.