Everton haven’t exactly gotten their recruitment spot on in recent years, with many players arriving at Goodison Park with little to no effect.
That, among various other reasons, has resulted in the Merseyside club being involved in two successive Premier League relegation battles.
Toffees supporters will be desperate for their fortunes to change next season, and a smart summer transfer window can help them achieve that.
Young and exciting talent will be needed to help bring a bit of life to Goodison, but manager Sean Dyche also needs experience and leadership among his squad, both on and off the pitch.
The boss should look no further than Ashley Young, who is available to snap up for free after leaving Aston Villa earlier this summer.
According to Sky Sports, Everton have held talks about signing the free agent, with his price tag alone a superb reason why Dyche should bring him to Merseyside next season.
At 38, Young is likely to stay just one season at Everton, but his experience would be invaluable to everyone at the club, both young and old.
The player boasts a stunning 422 Premier League matches, 261 of which came at English giants Manchester United, where he won the league title.
That success is another reason why the Toffees should push through with Young’s signature, with the player’s versatility also working strongly in his favour.
The former Manchester United man featured 32 times for Aston Villa last season, operating at both right-back and left-back as Unai Emery’s men secured European football.
The fact that Young has turned down offers from the Championship proves that the veteran is still hungry to play at the highest level, while Everton have been handed another boost given how the player has seemingly chosen Goodison Park over other Premier League destinations.
