David Moyes' faith in a shallow Everton squad is coming under scrutiny, according to BBC News. The Scot has used just 22 Premier League players this season, the fewest of any top-flight club, while relying on 128 substitutions—more than any other side—to manage his group of options.
That reliance highlights a squad Everton simply cannot afford to thin out further without smart recruitment. Losing top talent this summer without adequate replacements would leave Moyes even more exposed, given how tightly he's already had to rotate his resources compared to rivals across the division.
The numbers suggest Everton are operating with one of the smallest functional squads in the Premier League, making squad depth—not just star quality—a pressing concern heading into the next transfer window, per BBC News.