View: Stinking Everton player who lost possession 10x v Bournemouth must be axed v Aston Villa

Everton midfielder Idrissa Gueye must be dropped for the clash against Aston Villa after his disastrous display against Bournemouth on 31 August.

The Toffees were leading the game 2-0 before conceding three late goals to end up getting nothing from the game against Cherries.

While Gueye cannot be directly attributed for the loss, it’s evident that he’s no longer got what it takes to be playing 90 minutes week in and week out.

Idrissa Gueye cannot start for Everton v Aston Villa

The 34-year-old’s performance against Bournemouth paints a stark picture of why he might not be the best choice to start against Aston Villa.

His 0% dribble success rate [Sofascore] indicates a complete inability to navigate through opposition lines, crucial for maintaining possession and advancing play.

Losing seven out of nine ground duels further highlights his struggle in physical confrontations, which are vital in midfield battles.

The 10 times he lost possession not only disrupted Everton’s rhythm but also handed the initiative to the opposition.

His involvement in two fouls, while not excessive, shows moments of desperation or misjudgment in challenges.

Being dribbled past once might seem minor, but for a midfielder of his experience, it’s a sign of waning defensive sharpness.

With his 35th birthday approaching, it’s clear that his best days are long behind him and Dyche cannot continue to start him.

These stats suggest a decline in physical and tactical sharpness.

Starting Gueye against Villa, a team known for quick transitions could risk exposing Everton’s midfield, potentially leading to a loss of control in the game’s pivotal areas.

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