Theo Walcott, a former Everton winger, is confident that his old club will be able to avoid relegation this season, despite facing a points deduction for financial rule breaches. Despite their recent struggles, with no wins in 13 league games, Walcott believes that Everton’s experienced players will help them stay in the Premier League.
Walcott expressed his concerns about the ongoing uncertainty surrounding the potential points deduction and how it may distract the players. He urged them to focus on their performances on the pitch and not let the off-field issues affect their play. Although they are facing tough times, Walcott is optimistic about Everton’s chances of survival.
The construction of a new stadium has added to Everton’s challenges, but Walcott believes that they have enough quality and experience to overcome any obstacles that come their way. He pointed out that the team has been through similar situations before and has managed to pull through. To hear more from Walcott about Everton’s chances of staying in the Premier League, you can listen to the full podcast on BBC Sounds.
