Why Everton’s 18-year-old sensation can beat Barry to the number 9 shirt

Football FanCast writer Angus Sinclair argues that 18-year-old academy prospect Braiden Graham could eventually claim Everton's vacant number nine shirt ahead of forward Thierno Barry. Sinclair suggests that the departure of striker Beto to Fiorentina leaves manager David Moyes short of attacking options, giving Graham an opportunity to break through into the first team.

Sinclair highlights Graham's record of 37 goals and nine assists in 60 development appearances, alongside recent international involvement with Northern Ireland. While Barry has started the season well with five goals, Sinclair contends Graham possesses the dynamic playing style required to eventually emerge as Everton's primary frontman.