So, 2016 is over, and Everton now enter one of the most important periods in their recent history. On the transfer front, Everton will need to be working quickly and efficiently if they want to get the right players through the door, and hopefully turn around what has been a disappointing first half of the season.
In the meantime, the Toffees have Southampton to contend with. Following the disappointing 1-0 loss that the club suffered in the away fixture last month, Ronald Koeman will be looking to get revenge over his former club.
So here we look at the three Southampton players who could prove to be the biggest thorns in Everton’s proverbial side, and the one player who will be of most value to Ronald Koeman’s side if Everton are to emerge from the dust with all three points secure.
Let us know down below who you think Everton’s most important player will be.
