For most managers, sometimes they pick players because of their international exploits and then bring them to England and try to make them fit into a different system. The problem stems from the club versus country dilemma - managers are reluctant to release African players N.A. Chamfor,Cameroon I am in total agreement with Mr. James Wilson on the issue of the need to unify the international football calendar. Topi Lyambila, Kenya I think it has a lot to do with the nature of the English game. If these African players are groomed at a young age they would adapt easily. The English culture as well doesn't help.
Most African players find it hard to adapt.
Everton in particular have a bad reputation when it comes to African players, as most of them leave after only playing a season. I hope that jinx is broken soon. Andrew Soimah, London England. It's a matter of style over skills. African footballers should explore the other regions of the world where their skills can be adapted and fully utilised.