Barry netted eight times from 41 outings last campaign.
In only 12 matches this term, he’s already equaled that total.
Barry struck again on Monday, finding the net versus Newcastle just five days after his previous goal, sealing a well‑earned victory at St James’ Park.
Only Erling Haaland, with 13, tops the Premier League goal chart this season; Barry sits second with eight.
At 24, he’s enjoying his sharpest spell since arriving from Villarreal, and with Beto gone to Fiorentina, he’s become the Toffees’ essential spearhead. For my money, his resurgence defines Everton’s attack.
His latest goal underlines why Everton splashed £27 million on a forward who idolised Rooney and Lukaku while wearing the Toffee badge.
Barry’s Merseyside debut was shaky – only one attempt in his first 16 matches – and he even shared a video of a private training breakdown last month.
Monday’s celebration flipped the script, beginning with a knee‑slide and ending in full‑on dancing.
“The campaign is long, but I’m glad to aid the squad with my strikes,” he said.
“I aim to relish this season more than the last, and that celebration felt right,” Barry smiled. Will his form keep driving Everton up the table?