What David Moyes said to Harrison Armstrong right before leaving for Derby County on deadline day
David Moyes had just the one outgoing this window as young prospect Harrison Armstrong made his move away from Everton.
Armstrong will play the remainder of the season in the Championship with Derby County, in a bid to improve his development.
The lack of outgoings is a good sign, but only one incoming walked through the door in the transfer window, as Moyes didn’t want anymore signings at Everton.
With Armstrong set for a first real test in professional football, Moyes will no doubt be keeping an eye on the 18-year-old.
The Everton boss is a fan of the midfielder, as Moyes has been impressed with Armstrong and sent him a clear message ahead of his move to Derby.
What David Moyes said to Harrison Armstrong before Derby County move
Everton fans will be keeping an eye on the teenager’s progress in the second tier.
They’ll be hoping the 18-year-old keeps himself grounded as there is plenty of expectation over Armstrong at Everton.
The young midfielder spoke to Derby’s media after his move and revealed the advice that Moyes gave to him.
“It’s a different challenge, different experience,” Armstrong said.
“(The staff said) Go and enjoy yourself and hopefully do well.”
Everton’s Armstrong can guide Derby away from relegation
It will be a daunting situation for an 18-year-old who will have to help the Rams avoid the drop this season.
Derby fans will only have to take in how impressive Armstrong was for the Everton U18s to know what kind of player they’ve got on their hands.
Having ability on the ball and a strong work ethic is exactly what any team battling to survive need, and Armstrong has that in abundance.
This loan move for Armstrong could be a real statement, and if he impresses, Moyes will no doubt involve him at the new stadium next season.
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