Everton News Round-Up: Moyes’ Summer Transfer Decision & TFG’s Major Acquisition
David Moyes and Dan Friedkin Make Key Decisions Impacting Everton’s Short- and Long-Term Future.
Everton secured Carlos Alcaraz as their sole signing during the winter transfer window, despite being linked with several other players who ultimately did not make the move to Goodison Park.
On the pitch, things are looking promising, with David Moyes guiding the Merseyside club to three consecutive Premier League victories.
As developments continue at Everton, here are the top stories from Friday, February 7.
Ashley Young Set to Leave Everton
Veteran defender Ashley Young is expected to depart Everton at the end of the season when his contract expires, according to journalist Graeme Bailey.
Speaking to Everton News, Bailey suggested that the club is unlikely to offer new deals to Young, Seamus Coleman, and Michael Keane.
However, Idrissa Gueye may stay, while efforts could be made to retain Dominic Calvert-Lewin and Abdoulaye Doucoure beyond this season.
The Friedkin Group Secures Dave Beeston
Everton’s owners have appointed Dave Beeston to a key sports-only chief executive role, as reported by The Telegraph.
According to journalist Matt Law, Beeston will oversee the Friedkin Group’s sports projects in the United States from Boston.
He previously worked with Chelsea co-owners Clearlake Capital before departing two weeks ago.
This move is considered a significant acquisition for the Friedkin Group, coming just months after Behdad Eghbali lured Beeston from Liverpool owners Fenway Sports Group, where he had spent over a decade.
David Moyes’ Transfer Plans Shift
Joe Thomas of the Liverpool ECHO reports that Moyes is expected to utilize the Friedkin Group’s resources in upcoming transfer windows, having only brought in Alcaraz during the winter window.
Everton’s limited transfer activity has been attributed to PSR constraints, but this may change when the new financial year starts on July 1.
Despite previously considering a late move for West Brom’s Tom Fellows, Moyes will no longer pursue the 21-year-old.
The i’s Mark Douglas confirms that Everton will not revisit their interest in Fellows, even though Moyes holds the young winger in high regard.
