24 Aug 2016 23:59:38
Just after some opinions. Firstly, let me say I'm not kone's biggest fan, so this isn't me having a go at anyone for their opinion.

The thing i'm wondering is that we all seemed to love the straq when he came. Generally because he worked hard, even if he weren't the best player. Could the same thing not be said about kone? He caught a nasty injury when he joined and constantly gets slated by fans. However, he generally seems to work as hard as he can whenever we call on him and pops up with the odd goal.

What's the difference? Is it just that we have moved on and now expect better quality? If that's the case, personally I think that's a mistake. Even the top teams have players who may not be as technical as others but will put a shift in. Is it just the fact that bobbie brought him in? I can't really figure it out.

1.) 25 Aug 2016
25 Aug 2016 02:35:05
Could be that he was played out of position by ofm, Koeman has seen Naisse and not impressed, sticking with Kone suggests he may get something out of Kone.

2.) 25 Aug 2016
25 Aug 2016 08:11:33
In part, I think the problem is that he was a Martinez signing from Wigan who at best is a hard working squad player and that's doesn't sit easy with evertonians who demand high standards.
Would Koeman keep him/ play him if we had more quality? I don't believe so which is why I think he'll be gone in the next 12months. For me, he's a good championship player -- he's hardworking, has a decent goal tally and seems like a nice fella.

3.) 25 Aug 2016
25 Aug 2016 13:03:42
If we needed hard work then keeping Naismith would have been better and sell Kone.
Good old Martinez.