Overview
- Preston manager Paul Heckingbottom said on Jan. 21 he expects Armstrong to return on loan before the window closes, while acknowledging the situation could change.
- Harrison Armstrong, recalled on New Year’s Day due to Everton’s injury issues, has started the last three matches, playing 120 minutes in the FA Cup and impressing in the win at Aston Villa.
- David Moyes and pundits have praised the 19-year-old’s performances, with Jamie Redknapp calling him the best player on the pitch at Villa Park.
- Everton’s midfield options are set to improve with Idrissa Gueye and Iliman Ndiaye returning and Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall reported to be rejoining training, potentially reducing Armstrong’s minutes.
- Fresh reporting from Football Insider citing Everton insider The Bobble on Jan. 23 indicates the current expectation is for Armstrong to stay with Everton, though no outcome has been confirmed.