Another week passes and another abject performance. Everton continue to operate in a constant state of paralysis.

I think we would all agree that the change in management would have happened weeks ago, if not for the soon-to-be-finalized buyout.

The last time Everton scored a goal was on October 26. Our last win was the week before against Ipswich.

Football is meant to be an escape from the rigors and stresses of everyday life. Unfortunately, such a version is currently not available at Everton.

Speaking to fellow supporters, it’s incredibly sad to hear many say they are “unmoved” by the results, with defeats expected every week. It feels like Everton simply exists.

We enter a defining week feeling lower than a snake’s stomach.

The feeling of dread brought on by the visit of the humble wolves is a clear indication of where we are right now.

Combine that with our noble neighbors’ final championship visit to Goodison Park on Saturday, and you have the potential for a calamitous week.

If the club cannot or will not act, then the players must take some responsibility. Hiding behind pressure on the manager is cowardly.

Very often, when a manager is struggling, players’ performances become insignificant. Wrongly, in my opinion.

They have to get up. They need to remember who they represent. They must have some personal pride.

This isn’t Sean Dyche’s Everton and the fans don’t care about the fallout behind the scenes.

Everton is our football club. All we want is hard work and commitment.

It’s time those who wear the shirt remember that.

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