David Moyes joins Everton as manager on two-and-a-half-year contract

Everton officially announced that David Moyes will replace Sean Dyche as head coach from today. The two parties signed a two-and-a-half-year contract until June 30, 2027.

David Moyes, 61, is an outstanding representative of Scottish coaches. He led Everton to a record of 221 wins, 134 draws and 163 losses from 2002 to 2013. After leaving Everton, he coached Manchester United, Real Sociedad, San Siro and Manchester City. During his time with Manchester United and West Ham United, he won the English Super Cup and the European Cup respectively.

Regarding Moyes' return, Everton executive chairman Mark Watts said: "We are delighted that David has joined us at a critical time in Everton's history. He has more than ten years of experience at the club and is the right person to lead the team to complete the historic The perfect candidate to finish the season at Dickson Park and move to the new stadium."

“We look forward to working with David to lay the foundations for a new era at Everton.”

Moyes said: "It's great to be back! I spent 11 wonderful and successful years at Everton. When the opportunity arose to rejoin this great club, I didn't hesitate."

“I am looking forward to working with the Friedkin Group and helping them rebuild the club.”

Everton has not had a good record this season. After 19 rounds, they are ranked 17th in the Premier League with 3 wins, 8 draws and 8 losses and 17 points. With one game less, they are only 1 point ahead of the relegation zone. Moyes called on all Everton players to work together in the relegation battle: "Now we need Goodison Park and all Everton fans to play their part and support the players. This season is crucial for Everton. It determines whether we can move into a new stadium as a Premier League club."