Everton news: Friedkin future, January transfers, Hammond and Rohl

Everton are preparing for the January transfer window under manager David Moyes, with The Friedkin Group exploring investment options while reportedly remaining committed to financial backing. Recruitment specialist Nick Hammond has agreed to stay on as head of player trading through next summer to provide continuity alongside technical director Nick Cox and director of scouting James Smith.

With Thierno Barry as Everton's only recognised senior centre-forward, the club is monitoring strikers Esteban Lepaul, Dion Beljo, Christian Kofane, and Tommy Lonergan for potential January moves. Off the pitch, midfielder Merlin Rohl credited Seamus Coleman and Leighton Baines for encouraging his photography project inside the dressing room.