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'I only found out this morning' - Moyes surprised Everton are up for sale

Everton manager David Moyes revealed his shock after learning Friday morning that club owners The Friedkin Group are open to selling a controlling stake in the Premier League side. The announcement came less than 18 months after the American-led consortium, headed by billionaire Dan Friedkin, finalized their full takeover of the club in December 2024—ending Farhad Moshiri’s prolonged ownership era.

Moyes admitted he had suspected the owners’ long-term commitment might be wavering, particularly after the club’s recent transfer window struggles, though he had hoped for a more stable partnership to pursue his ambitions of returning Everton to European competition levels. The news adds to the uncertainty for fans, who have already endured years of failed takeover attempts, including collapsed bids from 777 Partners and John Textor during Moshiri’s tenure.

Moyes expressed sympathy for supporters facing another period of instability, noting that the club’s recent financial penalties—including two rounds of points deductions for breaching Premier League Profit and Sustainability Rules—had already compounded the challenges.

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