Sean Dyche could solve desperate problem if the worst…

Sean Dyche could solve desperate problem if the worst happens for Everton

After opting to relieve Frank Lampard of his managerial duties, the search for Everton’s new manager goes on.

Previous Premier League managers have been linked with the job such as Marcelo Bielsa, Sam Allardyce and Ralph Hassenhuttl alongside coaches from further afield, such as Marcelino and Carlos Corberan.

Although there are a number of names linked with the role, Sean Dyche has emerged as one of the favourites to take over at Goodison Park. The former Burnley boss has been without a club since April last year and Dyche is expected to hold talks with the Blues.

Alex James, a writer for Burnley FC and Lancs Live, has discussed what the 51-year-old could bring to Everton.

Touching on his experience and record in the Premier League, he said: “He will certainly bring with him an identity and a culture that has been proven to be a success in this division.” Compared to the other managers linked to the job, James suggested: “Dyche arguably he has the best track record.”

He has a good record in the Premier League with significantly less resources than the other clubs have. Dyche led Burnley to their highest ever position in the top division with a seventh-placed finish, while also keeping them up for six consecutive seasons. With a record 78 wins, 68 draws and 118 losses in 258 games, Dyche averages 1.10 points-per-game.

As well as his strong Premier League experience, the ex-Clarets coach has spent a few seasons in the Championship. Dyche was relegated with Burnley after their first season in the top division but responded by winning the 2015/16 Championship granting them automatic promotion. His understanding of the second tier may be useful should the worst happen.

James said: “Dyche's pedigree suggests he can fashion a successful Championship side given his last two campaigns have resulted in promotions. Should he be appointed he won't be thinking about that though. His priority will be instilling a mentality and a culture that can help bring results.”

James pinpointed exactly what is demanded by Dyche: “Organisation and sweat on the shirt are two mantras that Dyche instils as a base level and he likes to then build on it. He always said he could implement different styles should circumstances be different and being at Everton would be his chance to show that. Coming in mid-season will be a challenge, but he has a couple of former Burnley players already in the building who will know what to expect.”

Dyche’s teams are notorious for being compact and difficult to beat. They are primarily set-up in a 4-4-2 formation with deep lying midfielders in order to protect the defence. Their attacking threats come through set-plays and long balls into the box – something Everton could take advantage of with the likes of Dominic Calvert-Lewin, Conor Coady and James Tarkowski all an aerial threat.

Burnley consistently punched above their weight for years due to his management and leadership. With the league table as close as it is, James believes it could be the perfect time to hire him: “Dyche and Burnley often secured vital home wins over sides higher up the division, as well as beating those around them. It's a blueprint that worked in the main at Turf Moor.”

Everton’s next manager will be vital to their survival hopes, and in Sean Dyche they would have a coach with experience in relegation battles and a successful Championship manager. He would bring structure and desire to the squad, which could move them away from the bottom three and higher up the table.

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