Summer signing James Tarkowski is happy to take on even more responsibility in light of Everton's defensive injury problems.
Ben Godfrey fractured his tibia just 10 minutes into his 0-1 loss to Chelsea in the opener, ruling him out for two to three months. I didn't get it. Things got worse when injury-prone Yelie Mina limped late in the second half.
Tarkowski, a free from Burnley, conceded a club-record 66 premier league goals last season in the narrows with defense conceding. was brought in to make it more stable. Escape from relegation.
But manager Frank's impact has become even more significant as three of his two Lampard starters have already been injured.
"Honestly, it's more disappointing that the players got hurt. It didn't look good for Ben, but I hope it's not too bad - and hopefully Yelly.
"There is no more pressure. You have to go out and perform. Anyone who comes out there and performs is the same."
}``I'm one of the older heads around here.
"Especially people in my position, because they can see the whole pitch, so I feel like that's part of my job. is my job and I really enjoy it.”
With the World Cup just around the corner, Tarkowski is eager to return to Gareth Southgate's squad and has been on his first trip. Evidence suggests that he appeared to be in good shape.
But centre-backs know they must first maintain consistency at club level.
"Yes, of course it's useful. I have to do my best."
``If I'm playing well and the team is doing well, I think I have a chance. , that I want to perform and show what I'm going to do:
"That's what I have to do, and I'll see whatever the future brings."
Lampard was pleased with the new acquisition.
"He was class. His defensive performance, his performance on the ball, his composure, the leader, he has presence on the pitch," said the Toffees boss.
"We saw him in the pre-season, so I'm happy with how he played. He almost scored a goal, too, but it was one of our chances.
"He was in the box. A threat in the box and very good for us in the box.”
Everton are looking to sign Lille midfielder Amadou Onana for £33million. Ahead of the announcement, the player watched over his new teammate at Goodison Park.
He adds much-needed strength to areas of the squad that have been in need of reinforcement for some time.
"I think he's more of an 8 for him, but the way we played him with two 6s, it's kind of between a 6 and an 8 and the other He can definitely do that by playing someone." Lampard.
"Whether he wants to play 6 or 6 and 8, he can play all positions."
