He has to start: The new Ross Barkley is sat warming the bench at Everton

Angus Sinclair of Football FanCast argues that Everton manager David Moyes must start midfielder Hayden Hackney. Sinclair compares the 24-year-old's progressive playing style and attacking quality to former Everton midfielder Ross Barkley. Despite Everton sitting fifth in the Premier League after remaining unbeaten across their opening six matches, the writer believes the squad requires more dynamism and creativity in midfield.

Hackney joined Everton from Middlesbrough in a £24m deal during the summer transfer window. After starting the season-opening 1-1 draw against Crystal Palace, Hackney has been restricted to substitute appearances while Harrison Armstrong has started regularly. Sinclair suggests Hackney's impressive underlying creative metrics from the Championship demonstrate he deserves an extended run in the starting lineup.