Everton’s 2-nil win over Hajduk Split on Thursday night’s Europa League playoff round first leg was marred by violence from the visiting fans, but that didn’t stop Kevin Campbell; Everton’s fourth highest Premier League goal scorer of all time from making a keen observation.
According to the one-time Blues striker, getting a quality number 9, one that will assure plenty of goals, should be Everton’s next aim having already spent over £140million this summer.
On his twitter account, Campbell opined: “(Well done tonight getting the 2-0 win Everton!) A striker is a big priority!”
Considering only 3 shots of 12 attempts were on target against the Croatians, the former Arsenal and West Brom forward is spot on in his thoughts.
In the absence of the injured Sandro Ramirez, Wayne Rooney led the line, assisting Idrissa Gueye’s goal that helped put the game to bed after Michael Keane opened the scoring.
Everton visit Croatia next Thursday for the return leg, but they have got a stiffer test on their hands when they travel to Manchester City on Monday night for the 2nd round of Premier League fixtures.
It’s less than 2 weeks before the summer transfer window shuts, and Everton are running out of time to get another striker as manager Ronald Koeman desires.
Landing another “goal-getter” is pertinent as it will definitely boost their chances across all competitions this term.
