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Why Everton newbie looks like a worse signing than Maitland-Niles

Everton's summer transfer window may go down in ignominy as David Moyes tries to secure European football for his side.

Published: Tuesday, 20 October 2026 at 7:10 AM
Why Everton newbie looks like a worse signing than Maitland-Niles
Key Things to Know
  • Football FanCast argues Christian Norgaard looks like a worse Everton summer signing than Ainsley Maitland-Niles.
  • Norgaard joined Everton from Arsenal in August on a permanent deal for a £7m transfer fee.
  • The writer questions David Moyes for bringing on Norgaard against Chelsea instead of unused substitute Hayden Hackney.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Angus Sinclair of Football FanCast argues that Christian Norgaard could prove to be a worse signing for Everton than Ainsley Maitland-Niles. While Maitland-Niles was substituted after 55 minutes during Everton's recent defeat against Chelsea, Sinclair views the 32-year-old Danish midfielder as offering even less value after arriving from Arsenal for £7m in August.

The writer criticizes manager David Moyes for introducing Norgaard over £16m summer signing Hayden Hackney from Middlesbrough against Chelsea. Sinclair highlights that Norgaard lost possession four times in just 13 touches, arguing that the midfielder remains far from proper fitness and may struggle to make an impact on Merseyside.

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