Exiting Everton player is now ready to sign new Goodison contract, according to reports.
Ashley Young, an Everton veteran, is set to sign a new contract that would extend his time at Goodison Park beyond the end of the season, according to Sunday People. The newspaper said in its print version on Sunday (March 31, page 54) that the 38-year-old, who has impressed in many Premier League positions this season, wants to play until he is at least 40.
Young’s one-year contract ends at the conclusion of the season, but the former Manchester United player is willing to accept new terms with the Toffees or move elsewhere on a free transfer to prolong his playing career. Will Ashley Young sign a new contract with Everton or make a summer transfer? Young hasn’t been flawless for Everton this season, and the veteran has received criticism from both fans and analysts for occasionally showing his age, particularly in key games.
This season’s Merseyside derby against Liverpool saw the 38-year-old appear significantly off the pace, as he was constantly harassed by Luis Diaz before being sent out for a dangerous challenge in the first 45 minutes.
However, Young’s experience, combined with his ability to play in a variety of positions across both the backline and the attack, means that he is more than capable of playing a significant role in Dyche’s team for another year.
It’s debatable whether he should be starring week in and week out at Goodison Park, but his talent from set pieces alone suggests that granting him a one-year contract might help him reach the 40 mark. With so much off-the-field uncertainty hanging over proceedings right now, it’s unlikely that a decision on Young’s future will be made soon, but the ball is now totally in the hands of the Toffees.