"It would be a surprise to see Arne Slot start Milos Kerkez against Everton, given the left-back's struggles against Burnley last weekend. Kerkez was booked for diving and was lucky to avoid a second yellow after fouling Jaidon Anthony before being substituted for Andy Robertson after 38 minutes at Turf Moor. Surely Slot will not risk a similar performance in the cauldron of the Merseyside derby, especially with such a dependable option in Robertson and the tricky Iliman Ndiaye on the right wing for Everton?"
"It has been a busy week on the south coast. The former Arsenal interim sporting director Jason Ayto was confirmed as David Weir's successor on Monday after the Scot's surprise departure, having spent seven years at Brighton. Ayto is credited with playing a major role in bringing Martin Zubimendi to north London after stepping in to replace Edu last year, with the Brighton owner, Tony Bloom, hoping the 40-year-old's arrival will give the club new leadership and direction."
Milos Kerkez struggled against Burnley, receiving a booking for diving and narrowly avoiding a second yellow after fouling Jaidon Anthony. He was substituted after 38 minutes for Andy Robertson, making it unlikely Arne Slot will start him in the Merseyside derby against Everton, where Iliman Ndiaye poses a threat on the right. Robertson's experience offers a dependable option and Robertson started against Atletico Madrid in midweek, potentially delaying Kerkez's return. Jason Ayto, former Arsenal interim sporting director, was confirmed as David Weir's successor at Brighton and is expected to provide new leadership and direction.
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