Ashley Williams has been one of the worst performers for struggling Everton this season.
Ashley Williams has gone from inspirational leader at Swansea City to defensive liability at Everton in the space of 18 months.
The 32-year-old has suffered a massive dip in form amid Everton’s struggles this season, losing his place in the Premier League team for the last two matches.
He was recalled for Thursday’s Europa League tie with Atalanta, and was culpable for several of the goals conceded in a humiliating 5-1 home defeat.
Most players in Williams’ form would be facing the chop come the January transfer window, but can the Toffees afford to offload the Welshman?
With Ramiro Funes-Mori a long-term injury absentee, selling Williams would leave Phil Jagielka and Michael Keane as Everton’s senior centre-backs, and Mason Holgate to provide cover.
Whoever is the new manager on Merseyside may have to bring in a replacement before letting Williams go, but his Blues career appears to be suffering a painful death.
Everton may find a buyer in Swansea, who couse really use of the influence and experience of their former captain as they fight against relegation.
A return to Wales would also give Williams the familiarity factor as he aims to rediscover his best form and put his Goodison Park nightmare behind him.
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