Everton: Sean Dyche likely to replace Idrissa Gueye

Everton manager Sean Dyche may think about replacing Idrissa Gueye ‘in the near future’, according to journalist Pete O’Rourke.
The Lowdown: Everton targeting midfielder
Despite bringing the midfielder back to Goodison Park from Paris Saint-Germain last summer, Everton are already mulling over new options in the engine room, given the very poor season they have had up to this point.
Benfica defensive midfielder Florentino Luis has recently been touted as a potential ‘marquee signing’ for the Toffees by O’Rourke, and judging by his recent comments, he could be brought in to replace Gueye…
The Latest: Gueye to be replaced?
In an interview with GiveMeSport, O’Rourke indicated that Dyche may choose to overhaul his squad this summer if they manage to avoid relegation to the Championship.
The journalist said: “If Everton do stay up, then Sean Dyche will be looking to rebuild that squad and improve things.
The Verdict: Time to go?
Given that the 99-time Senegal international is now 33-years-old, it is probably the correct decision for Dyche to be looking for a suitable long-term replacement, and there is evidence that Luis could be a real upgrade, in both an attacking and defensive sense.
The 23-year-old ranks in the 99th percentile for interceptions and passes attempted per 90 over the past year compared to other midfielders, averaging more than Gueye on both metrics over the same timeframe, while he is also in the 86th percentile for assists.
Gueye has by no means been poor in his second spell with the Toffees, averaging a 6.88 rating from Sofascore, the eighth-highest figure in the squad, however his age means he would be more suited to a back-up role next season, especially if Everton can land Luis.
