22 Feb 2016 14:10:03
Do we have a GK target then? Seems like Howard might go, can't imagine he will want to stay if Joel does keep him out although I wouldn't put it past Martinez dropping me again.
22 Feb 2016 20:53:07
If Joel proves himself as a consistently reliable keeper during the rest of this season, then he'd be number one going forward and any new keeper would come in (initially at least) just as backup. Who of quality would be up for that?
If Joel doesn't convince, then why keep him at all. We'd then need two new keepers - UNLESS one (or more) of our numerous U21/ U18 keepers is ready for the first team squad.
in my humble opinion, the goalkeeping situation at Everton will be just about the toughest recruitment issue to address this summer. Oh for a young Nigel Martyn - or a young Neville Southall - on our books :-)
22 Feb 2016 22:31:07
Lets give Joel the chance to be the young Nigel Martyn or Neville Southall. He may do it. I'm very impressed with him so far. His penalty save was vital in last game. God knows what would of happened had he not saved it. Was at a critical time.
Joel deserves every chance. I think he was very professional and patient waiting for his chance. He deserves every chance he gets after the past 18 months.
Howard was a very good player for Everton. Time to give next generation their fair chance.