John Fallon: Jake O'Brien has gained David Moyes' trust, now to win over Ireland boss
It’s only since Moyes replaced Sean Dyche as Everton boss last month that the €21m summer recruit from Lyon has been exposed to the top-flight. He's made a rapid impression.
IN ESTEEMED COMPANY: Liverpool's Luis Diaz (right) challenges Everton's Jake O'Brien during the Premier League match at Goodison Park, Liverpool. Pic:: Nick Potts/PA Wire
They were born just 15 days apart and the twin peaks of Jake O’Brien and Nathan Collins on show tonight could be central for any Ireland rebirth.
Compared to Collins, a Premier League starter since Brentford in 2023 who has swelled his cumulative transfer fees to €65m, fellow 23-year-old O’Brien had to be patient.
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