DAVID MOYES today admitted that Everton’s revival could be derailed if his strikers do not start finding the back of the net.

None of the Blues front-men have scored in the Premier League yet this season, and while results have lifted lately, the Scot insists goals must start to flow from his strikers.

The Toffees front line against Stoke today is likely to be led once again by a revitalised Ayegbini Yakubu, with Tim Cahill in support, as the Blues aim to haul themselves into the top half of the table with three points.

Moyes had hoped to call on last-season’s top scorer Louis Saha, after the Frenchman came off the bench against Spurs last weekend for his first Premier League appearance since September’s 3-3 draw with Manchester United.

But the frustration surrounding the 32-year-old striker continues, with a family bereavement and a thigh problem leaving a question mark over his involvement.

Moyes said: “It’s a concern. You can’t go through a season without your strikers scoring goals because you won’t get your quota.

“Tim Cahill could be classed as a striker, a cross between an attacking midfielder and a forward, and he’s had his couple.

“But we’re not getting enough from other areas. Not just strikers. I don’t know if any centre-halves have scored from corner kicks. It’s not just the forwards who need to pitch in.

“We’re beginning to look like we’re getting a bit better, and I hope the goals will start flowing shortly.”

“But we’re short of numbers in attack so I’m looking to try and get Louis Saha back playing, get Marouane Fellaini back, Leon Osman back and Victor Anichebe back.”

While Moyes will assess Saha before deciding whether he is even fir for a spot on the bench, Mikel Arteta is more likely to return from a hamstring strain.