Everton should give Fraser Hornby the nod over struggling Oumar Niasse

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It has been an excellent international break for one Everton youngster. Fraser Hornby bagged a hat-trick for Scotland’s under-21s this week, as they defeated Andorra 3-0. Such a performance will certainly not surprise Everton fans, who know all about the 18-year-old’s potential.

He had an excellent summer with his nation as well and it seems the teenager is destined for the first-team at Goodison Park.

So should he already be in the fold?

At the moment Cenk Tosun is backed up by Oumar Niasse in the striking department. With all due respect to the Senegalese player, he has not exactly impressed in recent outings.

Whilst his tireless work is undoubtedly appreciated, Everton fans have become frustrated by his limited ability.

The £13.5 million attacker is struggling to have any impact off the bench and perhaps the time has come to give the youngster a chance.

Hornby would give his all in every Everton appearance and is similar in style to Tosun, allowing Everton minimal adaptation in a straight swap.

Niasse does not look like being a long-term Everton player anymore whilst Hornby could be a future first-teamer.

In terms of longevity, now could be the perfect time to give Hornby the chance to back up Tosun.