Moyes Returns to Everton: “Great to Be Back”

David Moyes is back! The Scotsman returns to Everton, ready to steer the Toffees away from relegation and into their new stadium in style.

January 11, 2025
1:22 pm

David Moyes is back as Everton’s manager, kicking off his second round at Goodison Park! The 61-year-old has signed a two-and-a-half-year deal, stepping in for Sean Dyche, who was let go with the club hanging out in 16th place, close to the relegation zone.

“I had 11 amazing years at Everton and jumped at the chance to come back to this fantastic club,” Moyes said. “Now we need Goodison and all Everton fans to rally behind the players so we can move into our awesome new stadium as a Premier League team.”

A Storied Past at Goodison

Moyes first managed Everton from 2002 to 2013, leading the club to consistent top-eight finishes, including a fourth-place spot in 2004-05, which gave them a shot at Champions League qualification. He also took Everton to the 2009 FA Cup final and helped develop stars like Wayne Rooney, Tim Cahill, and Marouane Fellaini.

From Success to Challenges

After leaving Everton to take over from Sir Alex Ferguson at Manchester United, Moyes had a tough time replicating his success and was let go before finishing the season. He then had stints at Real Sociedad, Sunderland, and two rounds at West Ham, with mixed results. But hey, he did lead West Ham to Europa Conference League glory in 2023, ending their 43-year trophy drought!

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Stabilizing a Club in Crisis

Everton is now on their ninth managerial change in a decade and really needs some stability. With the new Bramley-Moore Dock stadium on the horizon, Moyes’ main job is to keep them in the Premier League.

The team has been solid defensively but has struggled to score under Dyche, with strikers Dominic Calvert-Lewin and Beto having a tough time finding the net. Moyes is expected to bring some creativity and flexibility to a squad that’s been underperforming this season.

Fan and Club Expectations

Fans are feeling frustrated with the club’s lack of progress and constant changes in management. But many are excited about Moyes’ return, seeing him as a “safe pair of hands” who can steady the ship and bring back Everton’s spark.

Leighton Baines, who stepped in as caretaker manager for the FA Cup win against Peterborough, said, “There has to be hope and optimism amid the managerial change.”

For now, all eyes are on Moyes’ first challenge—turning around Everton’s league form and making sure they stay in the top flight to kick off their new era on a high note.