Everton have begun their search for a new manager following the sacking of Sean Dyche, with former Toffees boss David Moyes emerging as favorite for the role.
The club’s new owners, The Friedkin Group (TFG), officially parted ways with Dyche after a disappointing two-year tenure at Goodison Park.
Dyche, who was appointed in January 2023 to rescue the club from relegation, managed to keep Everton afloat with a dramatic last-day win over Bournemouth.
However, his inability to inspire progress or improve results in subsequent seasons sealed his fate.
Under Dyche, Everton finished 15th last season, without showing a significant improvement in performances. The struggles have continued into the current campaign, with the team sitting not far from the relegation zone.
A poor run of form – just three wins from 19 league games, along with eight defeats and eight draws – has left Everton with no choice but to look for new leadership.
In a direct statement from the club, they announced his dismissal and confirmed that the process to find a replacement is underway.
David Moyes: The preferred candidate for the job
Jose Mourinho was one of the managers linked with the job, but David Ornstein dismissed those rumours, stating that the TFG has worked with Mourinho at Roma before and is not considering him for the role.
In a new report by The Athletichas now reported that former Everton manager David Moyes has been identified by the owners as their preferred option. It is reported that while no agreement has yet been reached, talks are continuing.
A dream return in the works for David Moyes
A Moyes return would certainly stir up excitement among Everton fans. The Scot is widely regarded as one of the club’s most successful managers in recent memory.
Appointed in March 2002, Moyes inherited a struggling team and quickly turned them into consistent challengers in the top half of the Premier League table.
Operating with limited resources, Moyes brought in key signings such as Tim Cahill, Mikel Arteta and Leighton Baines, building a competitive team known for their work ethic and tactical discipline.
Despite never lifting silverware during his time at Goodison, Moyes cemented Everton’s reputation as a top six Premier League side.
