Sean Dyche may give the £30 million Everton player his first 2024 start against Crystal Palace.

Sean Dyche may give the £30 million Everton player his first 2024 start against Crystal Palace.

Everton is set to face Crystal Palace in a crucial Premier League match, with the team currently trailing Luton Town by just one point in the league standings.

The gap between Everton in 18th place and Brentford in 14th is narrow, indicating a tightly contested relegation battle.

Despite Everton’s poor form in 2024, failing to secure a win since the start of the year,

manager Sean Dyche may have to make changes for the upcoming match against Palace.

Ben Godfrey, who has been a regular starter recently, may miss out due to illness, leaving

an opportunity for other players to step up.

One such player is Michael Keane, who has struggled for game time this year and was even linked with a transfer during the January window.

Despite featuring earlier in the season, Keane has found

himself behind other defenders in the pecking order.

However, Dyche has emphasized the importance of squad depth, highlighting the motivation

and dedication of players outside the starting lineup.

Dyche’s confidence in his squad means that if given the chance, Keane must seize the

opportunity, especially considering his contract expires in the summer of 2025.

Keane will aim to make an impact and contribute to Everton’s efforts to improve their league position.

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