David Moyes has made it clear that he wants to sign players with experience for Everton, with John Stones rumoured to be of interest.
It is not long now until The Friedkin Group are asked to put their hands in their pockets and provide Everton with some new players.
There has been a lot of debate over how Everton have utilised their squad, with particular focus on the lack of opportunities for the younger players.
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Ahead of the window opening, Moyes has made it clear exactly what he is looking for in the market.
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Adding to the notion that the 63-year-old wants to focus on adding players with experience, Moyes spoke about Everton’s summer plans at Finch Farm.
“I actually think it’s coming back into fashion. People are looking for a bit more experience, specifically Premier League experience,” Moyes said on Friday.
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“To be honest, even though I know we’ve bought some young players, that is really what we’ve been looking for, even last season.”
Tyrique George has also struggled at Everton since he made his loan move from Chelsea in the January window.
Clearly, Moyes is looking to put his trust in players who he knows are ready to provide a return now.
Stones is believed to be on Everton’s radar ahead of the summer, with the defender set to leave Manchester City.
The 63-year-old’s future on Merseyside is only secured for another 12 months, which has the Scot reluctant to waste any time at the Hill Dickinson Stadium.
Moyes may have different transfer plans to Everton board
Although they were not utilised by Moyes, there has been a clear strategy from the Everton board to bring in exciting, young talents.
This is seemingly not a plan that aligned with Moyes’ own plans, with a heavy reliance on his older squad members throughout the campaign.
Some Everton supporters want to see Andoni Iraola replace Moyes, with the Spaniard offering a clearer pathway for development of younger players.
This is something that Everton’s board will have to consider ahead of the summer, given the 63-year-old only has 12 months remaining on his deal.
If Moyes is not Everton’s long-term answer in the dugout, do the owners really want to offer up a significant transfer kitty this summer?
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