James Garner gives verdict on how Harrison Armstrong is getting on since returning to Everton

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Everton recalled Harrison Armstrong from his loan at Preston North End earlier this month.

Harrison Armstrong was flourishing at Preston and some of their supporters predicted him to become future England captain, that’s how good he was.

So, David Moyes made the decision to bring Armstrong back to Finch Farm amid Everton’s injury struggles.

The 18-year-old has played three games since returning, starting against Wolverhampton Wanderers and Sunderland.

That said, Toffees midfielder James Garner has now given his verdict on Armstrong.

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James Garner so impressed by Harrison Armstrong

Armstrong made his full Premier League debut against Wolves last week and made a big impression in the match.

The 2007-born also played the full 120 minutes in the penalty shootout defeat to Sunderland at the weekend.

Speaking to Everton’s website, Garner explained that he can see how much ‘quality’ the teenager has and always knew he’d make it.

“Yeah, Harrison’s a good lad,” the former Manchester United midfielder said.

“I’ve known him for a year or two now and he takes on information. And I always knew that he’d that he would eventually make his way into the team. You can see the quality that he’s got. 

“You know, he’s still so young, but he plays very mature. So, yeah, I know he’s added a lot and I’m glad to have him back.”

Harrison Armstrong should stay at Everton this season

Moyes has admitted that Armstrong could return to Preston before the January transfer window ends.

Speaking earlier this month, the Scotsman said: “The truth is I would like him to go back to Preston. I want Preston to get promoted. They’re in a really good position, they’re pushing for the play offs.

“I think it’s been really good for him. I’ve watched him quite regularly for Preston and he’s done a good job for them.

“If things allow me, then I will certainly send him back because I think it’s really good for his education. But we need him at the moment. If he does well then we will keep hold of him.”

Once Idrissa Gana Gueye returns from AFCON, Armstrong may be sent back to Deepdale depending on how he gets on over the next few games.