5 Everton stars Koeman should give a chance

Tom Cleverley

When Roberto Martinez brought Tom Cleverley to Goodison Park it was, and still is by some, greeted with a great sense of dubiousness.

He was never a starter at Manchester United and whilst his performances at Aston Villa were better, was he Everton level?

Ross Barkley’s nightmare campaign continues, granted there are moments of hope, but the majority of the time he is frustrating and loses possession far too easily.

His inconsistency has been well documented by the media and a period out of the limelight might well do the England international some good.

Cleverley does provide a consistency in the centre of the park and whilst that may not be breath-taking, it is just what the Toffees need right now.