Clint Dempsey, winner of the Bronze Ball at the recent Confederations Cup, has been linked with a move to Everton. He would be wise to switch allegiances to the Merseyside club. Everton has been the model of consistency in the English Premier league.
Dempsey seems to be the type of player that manager David Moyes likes to employ. He is a hard worker who plays with a chip on his shoulder. He is capable of finishing at a pretty good rate. While he is not a target striker, he has proven he can score goals in the air. He has also shown the ability to excel when the spotlight is on.
Moyes would most likely deploy Dempsey as a striker, alongside Yakubu. He would be competing with injury-prone and aging Louis Saha for minutes. Victor Anichebe is rumored to be on the way out. Dempsey could also be plugged in at right midfielder.
With Everton’s limited budget but desire to compete with the big four in the EPL, a player like Dempsey makes perfect sense. He rarely suffers from injuries or form problems and has the ability to play multiple positions.
Everton is also rumored to be interested in signing Michael Bradley and was linked with Jozy Altidore last season. It could become a destination for top American players.
Do you think this is a smart move for Dempsey? Would he fit in well with Everton? Is the just beginning of American players heading to the Merseyside? Share your thoughts below.
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