Moyes Sparks Everton Revival Ahead of Merseyside Derby
David Moyes has rejuvenated Everton since returning to Goodison Park earlier this season.
The Toffees resume their Premier League campaign on Wednesday, April 2, with a challenging Merseyside derby against Liverpool at Anfield. Their last encounter was a heated clash at Goodison Park, ending in a dramatic 2-2 draw after James Tarkowski’s 98th-minute equalizer.
Paul Merson on Moyes’ Impact at Everton
When Sean Dyche departed, Everton were teetering just one point above the relegation zone. Under Moyes, they have created a comfortable 17-point cushion. Now, the Scotsman’s focus will be on maintaining strong form through the remainder of the season while assessing the squad ahead of the summer transfer window.
Significant changes are expected at Goodison Park as Moyes looks to shape the team in his vision and set higher ambitions for the next campaign.
Writing for Sportskeeda (March 31), Paul Merson acknowledged he had misjudged Moyes’ return, stating:
*”David Moyes has done an incredible job at Everton. I doubted whether his second stint at Goodison Park would work, not because of his ability—he’s always been a top manager—but because Everton as a club had changed significantly since his first tenure.
“But he’s proven me wrong. It just shows how great managers can turn things around when given the chance.”*
Everton remain unbeaten in their last nine league matches, though Merson predicts Liverpool will edge Wednesday’s derby with a 2-1 win.
A New Era at Everton
For Everton, the end of this season brings optimism rather than anxiety.
The club has undergone a major transformation, with The Friedkin Group finalizing their takeover just before the New Year. The new ownership has been making key structural changes, including the expected arrival of Angus Kinnear from Leeds United.
A move to Bramley-Moore Dock should help Everton stabilize their financial standing under PSR regulations, ensuring they avoid past struggles.
Looking ahead, Moyes will collaborate closely with the club’s hierarchy in the summer transfer window to refine the squad and push for a stronger league finish next season. This campaign has proven that under the right leadership, any team can climb the table—something Moyes has already begun to demonstrate.
Securing Premier League survival was just the first step. Now, Everton fans can look forward to what the future holds under Moyes’ leadership.
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