Ian Wright Urges Everton to Replace Brian Sorensen

Ian Wright, a renowned football pundit, recently spoke out about the precarious position of Everton Football Club, advocating for a change in head coach. He specifically urged the club to replace current manager Brian Sorensen, who has struggled during the 2025-26 season.

Everton’s Struggles Under Brian Sorensen

Everton’s season started with promise after a significant 4-1 victory over Liverpool. However, the team’s subsequent performance has significantly declined.

• In the last 12 Women’s Super League (WSL) matches, Everton has managed to win only once.
• The lone victory was against Chelsea, the reigning WSL champions.
• As a result, Everton now finds itself in a relegation battle, closely matched with Leicester City, West Ham, and Liverpool.

Concerning Statistics

A notable statistic shared during the latest episode of the Crossways Podcast highlights the gravity of the situation: in 100 games managed, Everton has won only 10 matches at home.

Wright’s Perspective on the Coaching Change

In a discussion with co-host Steph Houghton, Wright expressed concerns regarding Sorensen’s ability to guide the team effectively. He emphasized the need for a strategic overhaul.

“I don’t want anyone to lose their job, but that statistic is alarming,” Wright remarked. He underscored the potential within the squad, mentioning talented players like Ruby Mace and Vignola, advising that the new coach should focus on building a solid foundation to leverage this talent.

Support for Wright’s Views

Houghton defended Wright’s stance, indicating that it was based on objective evidence. She noted, “At this moment in time, Everton are not winning enough games, and even their style of play is not producing results.”

Upcoming Challenges for Everton

As the team looks to improve, the January transfer window may offer crucial opportunities. Everton has recently signed Laila Harbert on loan from Arsenal and Hannah Blundell from Manchester United.

• These signings aim to bolster the squad’s performance in the ongoing relegation fight.
• However, complications arise with star player Kelly Gago, who has submitted a transfer request, alleging a lack of professionalism at the club.

Sorensen stated that Everton would consider selling Gago only if their valuation of £500,000 is met, despite interest from Paris Saint-Germain, who purportedly offered only £50,000.

As the team prepares for their next match against Aston Villa, fans and analysts will be watching closely to see if a coaching change is imminent. The situation remains tense as Everton seeks to escape the relegation zone.