But I think the other points are that what a different club pays for a player bears no resemblance to what Everton have to pay. This is irrespective of whether you think the player is better or worse.
It’s not about the fee, we could probably bid £70m for someone. That’s not the only task of sealing a transfer. The player has to want to come, what are his wage demands, are we in Europe, challenging for honours etc etc.
It’s a brave man who can predict the how the abilities of two very young players will develop.
Of course there may well be less expensive options , but do they possess all the potential or perform well in the same areas as this young man ?
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I think Garner is better than he's shown so far, if he plays deeper he'll be more effective and he'll help set the tempo. I think it's a good balance in midfield now that Dewsbury Hall has signed as we have a good mix of Ganas defensive game...
I think if people posts stats and analysis its reasonable to expect it to be made by the poster unless otherwise mentioned. Last time I tried asking ChatGPT about football it thought Everton and Roma played in the same league. It gets stuff...
You're quite right that things have been got wrong before, mate (I shudder to think how many times). Plus, I do accept that this is a discussion forum and broad church of different views. On the other hand, fundamental stats such as yours can't...