Everton Could Move In For This English Playmaker If Gordon Leaves: Good Choice For Lampard?

In a recent report, The Daily Mail mentioned that Everton could move in for Jesse Lingard if Anthony Gordon leaves this summer. It is believed that the Toffees are showing interest in the English playmaker, who is a free agent after being released by Manchester United recently.

Lingard’s Unimpressive Season At Old Trafford

Lingard had a frustrating campaign at the Theatre of Dreams as he struggled to secure any meaningful game time under the stewardship of Ralf Rangnick. The England international featured in 21 matches for the Red Devils last season, netting two goals and securing one assist on all fronts.

The 29-year-old found himself on the Man United bench more often than not which could be why he averaged 0.5 shots, 0.5 key passes and 0.1 dribbles per 90 minutes in Premier League football. However, he was even excellent when distributing the ball in the opponent’s half, as evidenced by his pass completion rate of 88.3% in league football (stats via whoscored).

Is Lingard A Good Choice For Everton Boss Frank Lampard?

Lingard can be a dangerous dribbler with the ball at his feet and can cause a lot of headaches for his marker when he is playing well on the field. He can strike the ball with power from long range and has also got the vision to unlock the opposition defence with a killer pass in the final third.

Someone of Lingard’s skillet will be a decent choice for Everton head coach Frank Lampard as he will inject some much-needed goals and creativity into his frontline.

The English sensation has what it takes to help the Toffees earn a top-half finish in the Premier League next season. He could even serve as a good replacement for Anthony Gordon if the Merseyside club end up bagging a hefty fee for the youngster during this summer transfer period.

Therefore, Lampard should consider offering Lingard a chance to shine at Goodison Park as he will definitely strengthen his attack in the short term and would also soften the blow of losing Richarlison earlier this summer.