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Leon Osman has slammed Ashley Young for letting Everton down as footage emerged from the Brighton game on 17 August.

The Toffees suffered a disappointing defeat at Goodison Park with the Seagulls securing a comfortable 3-0 victory.

Things went from bad to worse for the hosts as Young got sent off for making a silly challenge on Kaoru Mitoma.

Speaking on Premier League Productions, Osman said (17 August, 16:27): “Really poor from Ashley Young. You can see, two arm pull. Hoping the referee doesn’t see it. But he does. That’s a red card.”

Ashley Young cannot be the first-choice right-back for Everton this season

Young’s performance against Brighton, culminating in a red card, underscores why he should not be their first-choice right-back this season.

At 39, his age has evidently caught up with him, making him a liability in a league where pace and agility are paramount.

His challenge on Mitoma wasn’t just a tactical error but a physical misjudgment, indicative of a player whose game has been overtaken by the modern Premier League’s demands.

His inclusion in the starting lineup reflects poorly on Everton’s squad depth, suggesting a lack of investment in younger, more dynamic full-backs.

This not only compromises the team’s defensive stability but also places undue pressure on Sean Dyche, who deserves a squad capable of competing at a higher level without relying on veterans past their prime.

Ben Godfrey would’ve undoubtedly done a better job there and his leaving and the club not replacing him is a major blunder.