Everton owners The Friedkin Group have highlighted the hard work being put in at Finch Farm by Harrison Armstrong behind the scenes.
The 19-year-old midfielder has enjoyed a whirlwind past few weeks having returned to Everton and played a big role in David Moyes’ plans.
Armstrong held his own against Bruno Fernandes on Monday evening in the defeat against Manchester United.
Having returned from his loan stint at Preston North End, Armstrong has looked like a natural in the Everton midfield.
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It is a journey which The Friedkin Group have kept a close eye on as they have now shared their praise over social media.
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The Friedkin Group praise Harrison Armstrong’s Everton journey
Moyes has been so impressed with Armstrong on the back of his latest loan deal at Deepdale.
The youngster has returned to Everton and immediately slotted into the starting XI, with the Friedkins praising his journey to get here.
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“Excellence starts with great teammates, and Everton continues to set the standard,” said their official X account.
“Harrison Armstrong shares how he’s working every day in training to show the fans what he’s capable of.”
Having returned from his loan, Moyes admitted he wanted to return Armstrong to Preston until the end of the season.
However, the 19-year-old has instead cemented his spot in the Scot’s plans on Merseyside, with six starts in the league to his name since touching back down at Everton.
Harrison Armstrong must be returned to his natural position
Although Armstrong is receiving the nod in the starting XI, Moyes has been playing the youngster out of position on the wing of late.
It is not a decision that seems to be getting the best out of the 19-year-old, given he naturally plays in the centre of midfield.
Armstrong vs Man United Total
Successful dribbles 0/1
Lost possession 9
Crosses 0
Shots 1
In three of his last four appearances for the Toffees, Armstrong has been placed out on the wing following the return of Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall.
Everton hero Alan Stubbs has urged Moyes to return Armstrong to a central role to really get the best out of the exciting Finch Farm prospect.
Armstrong’s work rate cannot be denied, but how effective his new role out on the wing has proven to be is certainly up for debate.
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