Everton enjoyed a seriously impressive summer transfer window, which saw some real quality added to the squad.
David Moyes has also seen some of the summer signings already show their worth on the pitch in the opening games of the season.
From their opening four games across all competitions, Everton have secured three victories as they sit in fifth spot of the Premier League.
| Position | Team | Played MP | Won W | Drawn D | Lost L | For GF | Against GA | Diff GD | Points Pts |
| 3 |  ArsenalArsenal | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 1 | 5 | 6 |
| 4 |  TottenhamTottenham | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 4 | 6 |
| 5 |  EvertonEverton | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 6 |
| 6 |  SunderlandSunderland | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 6 |
| 7 |  BournemouthBournemouth | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 6 |
The good news keeps on coming as Everton have seen Jarrad Branthwaite ramp up his injury rehabilitation in recent days.
And there could be even more to follow as Everton prepare new contract talks with Jordan Pickford over the coming weeks.
With the England number one potentially set to extend his future on Merseyside, it would appear he has listened to the advice Carlo Ancelotti once gave him.
What Carlo Ancelotti told Jordan Pickford to improve at Everton
The Friedkins view Pickford as key to Everton’s success going forward having played such a crucial role over recent years.
Pickford has been the mainstay in the Everton side over their recent battles against relegation.
During Ancelotti’s time as manager, the Italian told Pickford that he must improve on certain aspects of his game after benching him in 2020.
“His mentality is good. I don’t want it to change. He’s a good guy, a funny guy, and I don’t want to change his mentality or his character,” said Ancelotti.
“I think sometimes he did a mistake because he thought too much. He has to use his instinct more because that is really good. He did fantastic saves because when he reacts he is really top top. When he has to act, sometimes he does mistakes in that situation but he is still a young goalkeeper with a lot of quality and there he can improve.
“This is his character and it is difficult to change the character of people. On the pitch he has to be focused on what he is doing, knowing his limit and also knowing where is his quality.”
Pickford has been questioned by Jamie Carragher recently who has shared his concerns about the England number one having never played European football.
However, it is clear that Pickford has taken on Ancelotti’s previous criticism, with the 31-year-old now set to be offered another new deal by Everton.
Nailing down his spot between the sticks for both Everton and England shows just how consistent the Sunderland-born keeper has become over the years.
Jordan Pickford has improved massively in recent years
There is no doubt that Pickford remains a character both on and off the pitch, but he has proven huge for Everton over the years.
Despite Everton’s struggles, Pickford has remained a constant in the starting XI.
Gary Lineker has praised Pickford for his consistency as the England number one, and he has shown that on Merseyside too.
It has not been easy for Everton recently, but fans will certainly appreciate the loyalty shown by Pickford, who definitely played his part in keeping the club afloat.
England fans have backed Pickford as their number one ahead of next year’s World Cup.
Looking back to the issues raised by Ancelotti back in 2020, the 31-year-old may have the Italian to thank for where he is now after being publicly called out by his former manager.
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