After a three-week hiatus, Everton makes their long-awaited return to the pitch as they head to face AFC Bournemouth at 15.00 GMT.
During their time off, there was plenty of drama off the field. Nottingham Forest received a four-point deduction for breaching profit and sustainability rules, leaving Everton fans puzzled as to why they received a lesser punishment despite overspending by £15 million more.
Furthermore, Everton’s alleged breach of spending regulations is being reviewed by an independent commission.
Despite the distractions, manager Sean Dyche is focusing on improving the team’s on-field performance. The Toffees have gone winless in their last 11 Premier League fixtures and are in danger of being dragged into a relegation battle.
Following a training camp in Portugal, Dyche may consider making changes to the starting line-up for the upcoming match against Bournemouth.
Key players such as Jordan Pickford, Seamus Coleman, and James Tarkowski are expected to feature, while newcomers like Vitalii Mykolenko and Amadou Onana will look to make their mark.
The break has provided a much-needed opportunity for players like Jack Harrison, Dwight McNeil, and Abdoulaye Doucoure to recharge and hopefully perform at their best.
With Dominic Calvert-Lewin potentially returning to the starting line-up, Everton fans will be hoping for a fresh start and improved results as they look to climb out of the relegation zone.
