“Expert Calls It ‘Crazy’ – Urges Friedkins Not to Consider Sacking Moyes at Everton”
David Moyes and The Friedkin Group Play Key Roles in Securing Everton's Opportunity to Plan for Next Season
After a period of uncertainty during the Moshiri Dyche era, where relegation loomed large, Everton have now firmly avoided that fate and can look forward to Premier League football at their new Bramley-Moore Dock stadium.
David Moyes’ return to Goodison Park was initially met with skepticism by some, but his deep understanding of the club has proven invaluable, guiding the team in the right direction.
The Friedkin Group, known for their ambition and bold moves, have made significant changes since taking over Roma five years ago, parting ways with notable managers like Jose Mourinho, Daniele de Rossi, and most recently, Ivan Juric – who was also dismissed from Southampton in the 2024-25 season.
This has led to speculation about Moyes’ future, with some wondering if he could face the sack if he doesn’t meet the lofty expectations of the Friedkins within the next few years, particularly when it comes to achieving European qualification.
However, TV commentator Ian Darke, in an exclusive interview with Goodison News, argued that it would be a mistake for the Friedkins to consider parting ways with Moyes, particularly if he achieves success similar to his first tenure at Everton.
“If Moyes leads Everton to the top eight and challenges for Europe, it would be foolish and self-defeating for the Friedkins to remove him,” Darke said.
“They’ve shown their ruthless nature, but if Moyes is delivering results, replacing him would be a massive error.”
During his first stint at Everton, Moyes managed to qualify the team for European competition four times before leaving for Manchester United in 2013.
Since his departure, the Toffees have only qualified for Europe twice, with their most recent appearance being in the 2017-18 season, where they were eliminated in the group stage of the Europa League.
When Moyes was at Everton previously, the financial landscape of football was far different, with less inflation in the market.
The challenge of qualifying for Europe has only grown tougher as the years have passed, with stricter regulations in place.
To achieve European football again in the coming years will undoubtedly be a greater challenge than it was during Moyes’ first tenure.
However, if he can pull off the seemingly impossible, the Friedkins will likely stand by their decision to appoint him in January of this year, quietly acknowledging their foresight in bringing him back to the club.
