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  • EVERTON TEAM ASSESSMENT, PART 3: Right Wing Targets

    EVERTON TEAM ASSESSMENT, PART 3: Right Wing Targets
    Jun 7 2025

    The Blue Frontier’s 2024/25 Squad Assessment continues with Part 3: a deep dive into Everton’s biggest attacking void, the right wing. James, Shan, and Ryan bring their trademark blend of rigor and realism to a position crying out for pace, 1v1 threat, and open-play creativity.

    Building on Part 1’s tactical framework (goal threat, progression, structure) and informed by scouting models, Wyscout data, and Discord contributions, the trio sort through nearly 40 potential solutions. From high-ceiling targets like Johan Bakayoko and Karim Adeyemi to versatile fits like Geny Catamo and Abdul Fatawu, this is a wide-ranging but focused search for not just one, but possibly two new signings.

    Free agents, relegation bargains, and out-of-favor top-league talents all get a look. No agendas, no fluff, just sharp analysis and unexpected names that make more sense than most tabloid chatter.

    If Everton want to evolve, this is the spot they have to get right.

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    1 h y 3 m
  • EVERTON TEAM ASSESSMENT, PART 2: Striker Targets

    EVERTON TEAM ASSESSMENT, PART 2: Striker Targets
    Jun 3 2025

    In Part 2 of their 2024–25 Everton squad assessment, The Blue Frontier team turns its attention to center forwards and wide attackers, offering the kind of detailed, data-driven analysis you won’t find anywhere else in the Everton media space.

    James, Shan, and Ryan build on Part 1’s tactical themes (goal threat, progression, structure, and more) to evaluate how the club can strengthen its attack this summer. With Beto showing flashes but limitations, Calvert-Lewin’s future still unclear, and Chermiti largely untested, the hosts ask a simple but often overlooked question: what profile of forward actually fits the way Everton want to play under David Moyes?

    From aging free agents to versatile forwards and emerging talent across Europe, over 30 potential targets are dissected with the help of custom scouting models, Wyscout data, and community input from Discord. It’s methodical, candid, and refreshingly agenda-free.

    If you’re looking for smart, grounded transfer discussion that treats Everton’s future seriously this is where you’ll find it.

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    1 h y 4 m
  • EVERTON 2024/25 TEAM ASSESSMENT: PART 1

    EVERTON 2024/25 TEAM ASSESSMENT: PART 1
    May 30 2025

    The Blue Frontier launches its 2024/25 Team Assessment with Part 1: a sharp, data-driven look at Everton’s squad under David Moyes.

    James, Shan, and Ryan dig into the root causes behind the club’s biggest issues, laying the groundwork for smarter summer moves and a clearer path forward.

    The trio tackle the pressing questions:

    • Why couldn’t Everton score?

    • Just how offside were our strikers?

    • How essential is Gana Gueye’s ball-winning, and can he still progress play?

    • Has Charly Alcaraz changed the dynamic in attack?

    With a squad that’s aging on paper but skewing younger, and a lingering overreliance on set pieces masking a lack of open-play creativity, this episode sets the tone for the transfer window AND the rest of the series, which will dive deeper into the fixes Everton needs.

    As always, we appreciate your support as well as any feedback!

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    1 h y 24 m
  • GOODBYE GOODISON: A Fitting End, A New Beginning

    GOODBYE GOODISON: A Fitting End, A New Beginning
    May 18 2025

    Everton’s 2-0 win over Southampton was the final act at Goodison Park, but the real story was the crowd, the blue smoke, and the people who made the Grand Old Lady what it was. In this episode, James, Shan, and Ryan reflect on the last Men’s match at Goodison, not just the 2 goals from Illiman Ndiaye, or Seamus Coleman's emotional start, but what the day meant to Evertonians around the world. All in all, it was a performance that felt more like a sendoff than a 90 minute football match. It's a different kind of episode, with more reflection than tactics, but we hope you'll enjoy it. Thank you all for listening.

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    47 m
  • The Summer of Squad Decisions

    The Summer of Squad Decisions
    May 14 2025

    With the arrival of a new CEO and signs of movement on the transfer committee, The full Blue Frontier crew returns to assess a crucial summer for Everton. The episode opens with the official news that Goodison Park will become the permanent home of Everton Women, a move that carries both emotional and financial weight.

    From there, Ryan walks through the club’s PSR outlook and explains why Everton may actually be in a better financial position than many fans assume.

    The main event is a full squad audit, focusing first on players out of contract this summer like Calvert-Lewin, Gana, and Doucouré, before shifting to decisions around one-year players including Garner, Mykolenko, and Tarkowski. Along the way, the group discusses listener poll results, the Beto vs. DCL debate, Jesper Lindstrøm’s uncertain role, and whether it’s finally time for a reset at fullback.

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    1 h y 14 m
  • FULHAM POST-MATCH: Second Half Surprise Surge

    FULHAM POST-MATCH: Second Half Surprise Surge
    May 10 2025
    James and Ryan are here to deliver a lively breakdown of Everton’s stunning 1-3 comeback against Fulham at Craven Cottage, turning a shaky first half into a triumphant Thames-side affair. The hosts dissect an uncharacteristic Toffees performance: their first away win from a 1-0 deficit in over two years. Vitali Mykolenko, Michael Keane, and Beto stole the show, with Keane’s towering header and Beto’s slick finish overpowering Marco Silva’s Fulham, despite Alex Iwobi’s early threat. The duo dives into David Moyes’ tactical tweaks, game-changing subs, and Charly Alcaraz’s dazzling display, fueling "debate" over his transfer option. They also tackle Doucouré’s wage controversy and Beto’s transfer rumors. The episode is packed with fan reactions, lineup analysis, and a peek at the Premier League table, and is a must-listen for Evertonians and football fans alike. Join the fun on Discord and follow for more Everton FC updates, match highlights, and analysis! LINKS: https://linktr.ee/thebluefrontier
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    1 h y 2 m
  • IPSWICH TOWN POST-MATCH: Goodison’s Last 3PM Letdown

    IPSWICH TOWN POST-MATCH: Goodison’s Last 3PM Letdown
    May 3 2025
    Unfortunately, Everton again drop points after having a 2-0 lead against a surprisingly stout Ipswich side at the 2nd to last league match, and final 3pm kickoff at Goodison. Ryan and James bring you all the details: from the fantastic display in the stands courtesy of the 1878s, to the bangers scored by both sides, and beyond. James and Ryan along with help from a ton of listener comments get into the performances and the narratives. Per usual, the duo try and break down what they believe are many overactions on social media, especially about the ideas comparing Moyes to Dyche, and finish up with a quick preview of the upcoming Fulham match. Shoutout to Shan Khan who was absent today due to being on the premises to witness the match in person. Safe travels! LINKS: https://linktr.ee/thebluefrontier
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    1 h y 1 m
  • RECRUITMENT MODELS, PART 2: Brighton & Hove Albion

    RECRUITMENT MODELS, PART 2: Brighton & Hove Albion
    Apr 30 2025
    In this compelling episode of The Blue Frontier, hosts James Boyman, Ryan, and Shan embark on a deep dive into Brighton and Hove Albion’s renowned recruitment strategy, widely regarded as the Premier League’s gold standard, to uncover lessons for Everton’s anticipated summer overhaul under the Friedkin Group. Sparked by Angus Kinnear’s claim that Brighton adopted a conservative approach upon promotion, the trio meticulously traces the Seagulls’ journey from Championship contenders to Europa League qualifiers. They analyze Tony Bloom’s data-driven vision, Dan Ashworth’s youth development expertise, and pivotal signings like Moises Caicedo, Alexis MacAllister, and Pervis Estupinan, highlighting Brighton’s knack for balancing young talents with strategic veteran free transfers. With a keen eye on Everton’s future, the hosts explore how a strong club identity, transparency, and high-ROI recruitment can navigate personnel changes and challenges to build a competitive squad. This episode is a must-listen for Evertonians, Premier League fans, and tactical enthusiasts eager to understand what it takes to rise in the top flight. Follow, share, and subscribe for more Everton insights and Premier League deep dives! LINKS: Https://linktr.ee/thebluefrontier
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    1 h y 13 m
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