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David Moyes placed in ‘difficult situation’ at Everton but backed to make Blues flourish

Everton manager David Moyes is having to cope with a squad of just 18 outfield players and the club now being up for sale…

By Chris Beesley · Liverpool Echo

Published: Friday, 23 October 2026 at 9:33 AM

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Former manager Tony Pulis backed David Moyes to overcome a difficult situation at Everton and steady the ship.
Everton owners The Friedkin Group put the club up for sale just under 22 months after their takeover.
Moyes was left with a squad of only 18 senior outfield players following the summer transfer window.

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Former Premier League manager Tony Pulis has backed Everton manager David Moyes to handle a difficult situation at the club and help the team flourish. Moyes is currently working with a senior squad of just 18 outfield players following a challenging summer transfer window and the recent announcement by owners The Friedkin Group putting Everton up for sale.

Despite squad constraints, Everton completed an eight-match unbeaten run across all competitions before losing 2-0 against Chelsea. Pulis highlighted the financial impact of the new stadium build on squad depth, but urged supporters to remain patient as Moyes works to steady the ship.

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David Moyes placed in ‘difficult situation’ at Everton but backed to make Blues flourish

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