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Simon Jordan hits back at David Moyes over Everton ownership comments

Simon Jordan has rejected David Moyes’ suggestion that Everton‘s summer transfer business may have provided an indication that The Friedkin Group were preparing to sell the club. Moyes said he was surprised by TFG’s decision to explore a potential sale…

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Published: Wednesday, 14 October 2026 at 8:30 AM

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Simon Jordan criticized David Moyes for claiming Everton's summer transfer business signaled an impending club sale.
The Friedkin Group confirmed they are exploring investment options, including potentially selling their controlling interest.
Moyes admitted the ownership situation creates uncertainty for Everton ahead of their match against Chelsea.

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Former Crystal Palace chairman Simon Jordan has criticized Everton manager David Moyes over his remarks regarding the club's ownership situation. Speaking on talkSPORT, Jordan rejected Moyes' suggestion that Everton's summer transfer activity hinted that The Friedkin Group intended to sell the club, calling the manager's logic "a load of rubbish."

The Friedkin Group completed their takeover of Everton in December 2024 but recently confirmed they are exploring investment options, including a potential sale of their controlling stake. Moyes expressed surprise at the decision and admitted the situation brings uncertainty as Everton prepare to host Chelsea on Saturday.

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