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    Get Involvedpublished at 12:12 Greenwich Mean Time

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    David Moyes did great for Everton with no money so maybe with a few quid he could do better. However his best finds were people like Cahill and Jagileka for nothing so he could work around the FFP if he needed to. My only issue is that maybe he’s past his best who knows? Worrying times! For those saying without Dyche we will go down we were going down with him he had nothing left to give nice guy and thanks for keeping us going but it’s not the job for you

    Nipper - long suffering Everton fan

  2. What squad issues would the new Everton manager have?published at 12:07 Greenwich Mean Time

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    What has been glaringly obvious when watching Everton under Sean Dyche is that they do not score enough goals. This season, the Toffees have scored 15 times - just Southampton have scored less with 12.

    Since the start of last season, Everton have only managed to net 26 goals from open play. To put that into perspective, Liverpool are at the top of that chart with 103.

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  3. Would Everton fans welcome back Moyes?published at 12:03 Greenwich Mean Time

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    David Moyes ended his 11-year spell in charge of Everton in 2013 when he was selected to take over from Sir Alex Ferguson at Manchester United.

    But, would Toffees fans welcome him back after 12 years?

    Everton fan Peter McPartland from Toffee TV told Sky Sports: "David Moyes is a little bit different because obviously he was at Everton before and he's still got that great affection for the club. Him working in the Premier League up until the end of last season proves that he's still a good manager.

    "It's a warm blanket to keep everyone cosy for the next few months to hopefully get us away from the relegation zone but it will be difficult to convince some fans, I must say."

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    Get Involvedpublished at 12:00 Greenwich Mean Time

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    Everton would be the second club Moyes has managed for two spells. I know Daglish had two spells at Liverpool, Redknapp had two spells at Pompey, and Rodgers is in his second Celtic spell… but I can’t think of any others that have done it with two different clubs?

    Tom in London

  6. Moyes' first stint at Evertonpublished at 11:57 Greenwich Mean Time

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    David Moyes was selected to replace Walter Smith at Goodison Park in 2002 and famously labelled the club as the 'People's Club'.

    During his 11-year reign at Everton, Moyes guided the qualifying rounds of the Champions League in 2005 and the FA Cup final in 2009.

    He was also named the League Managers Association (LMA) manager of the year on three occasions.

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  7. 'Six-month contract could benefit Moyes'published at 11:53 Greenwich Mean Time

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    Izzy Christiansen
    Former England midfielder on BBC Radio 5 Live

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    I was listening to David Moyes on 5 Live recently and he mentioned how much the West Ham job took out of him. They were in the Premier League, playing domestic cup competitions and European football.

    He won a European trophy to show for all of his work and effort at West Ham and that will forever be etched in history. It's incredible.

    But having heard him talk about it, a part of me seems to think whether a six-month contract could be beneficial for Moyes, in order to just come in and stabilise the club.

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    If we look at Moyes' record at Everton. It's top 10 one season and bottom half the next. That's not stability. Why him when there are so many good managers to be had? People always ask where? But, then, we get Slot, Amorim, Arteta, Hurzeler, etc.

    Keo

  9. 'Moyes can command a longer contract'published at 11:47 Greenwich Mean Time

    Everton 2-0 Peterborough

    Andros Townsend
    Former England midfielder on BBC Radio 5 Live

    With what David Moyes has done in his career, I don't think he will take the Everton job for six months.

    He has enough in the bank to command a two or three-year contract, especially with what he has achieved at West Ham during the last few years.

  10. Postpublished at 11:45 Greenwich Mean Time

    What's the view on David Moyes' contract length should he be offered the job at Everton? Should it be just six months or does he have a right to demand longer?

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    Get Involvedpublished at 11:42 Greenwich Mean Time

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    I would have taken Moyes at Saints rather than another manager with 0% Premier League experience.

    Richard in Norway

    As a Hammers fan I can promise Everton fans they won't see any better football from a Moyes team. Moyes was a blueprint for Sean's style! But, they will get results, with only 30% possession, stay up and probably finish above West Ham! But I don't think he should be your longer term solution.

    Jonjo

  12. 'Moyes returning to a different Everton'published at 11:38 Greenwich Mean Time

    Phil McNulty
    BBC Sport chief football writer

    When David Moyes left Everton to make an ill-fated move to Manchester United in 2013, he left behind a club that was the model of stability.

    Moyes had spent 11 years at Goodison Park, taking Everton from Premier League strugglers to European regulars, even reaching the Champions League qualifying stage in 2005.

    The Scot effectively had full control of football affairs, supported by a chairman Bill Kenwright who was grateful to have Moyes achieving what he did as manager with limited funds.

    To say Moyes is returning to a different Everton, should he secure a deal to succeed sacked Sean Dyche, is a masterpiece of under-statement.

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    Get Involved - 'Moyes not long term answer'published at 11:35 Greenwich Mean Time

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    I don’t think Moyes is the long term answer for Everton. However we will still be hamstrung by PSR rules for at least two years until the new stadium starts generating higher revenues. Therefore in the short term Moyes is a safe pair of hands. He knows the place inside out and should provide some stability on the pitch while TFG start to turn things round off it.

    Ian, Bolton

  14. Moyes to Everton? What's the latest?published at 11:31 Greenwich Mean Time

    In case you missed it, let's bring you the latest in Everton's search for a new manager.

    As our sports editor Dan Roan reported earlier, David Moyes is in talks with Everton over a potential return to Goodison Park after the sacking of manager Sean Dyche.

    While a deal is not yet done, and Moyes is not the only candidate, BBC Sport has been told by a well-placed source that the Scot is the frontrunner.

    Negotiations over a contract are set to continue on Friday.

  15. What's coming next?published at 11:27 Greenwich Mean Time

    Stay tuned with us because we'll be discussing David Moyes possibly rejoining Everton after they sacked Sean Dyche yesterday.

    We'll also be taking a look at any other possible candidates.

    You know you don't want to miss it!

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    Get Involvedpublished at 11:25 Greenwich Mean Time

    When we drew Tottenham in the cup, I was buzzing, To see big Ange in the dugout, the tv crew with Wright and Keane and potentially seeing players like Son, Kulu or future stars like Bergvall or Gray at the Lamb ground felt like a dream from where we were even 3-4 years ago when battling as a mid table team in tier 7. Now down to the exceptional management of Andy Peaks, back to back promotions and now in the National League and having a cup run is phenomenal. Sunday will be a remarkable day! Like everything in football, the only sour point was the cost, 2 home tickets to sit you get no change out of £80! But I’d never miss it! Come on you Lambs

    Chris

  17. Valencia negotiating to take Max Aarons on loanpublished at 11:22 Greenwich Mean Time

    Nizaar Kinsella
    BBC Sport football news reporter

    Valencia have made an enquiry to Bournemouth about the availability of defender Max Aarons.

    The interest is said to be driven by former West Brom and Huddersfield boss Carlos Carberan, who is now managing at the Spanish club, having faced Aarons multiple times in the Championship.

    However, the move would need Valencia's attempts to sign first-choice defensive target Ivan Fresenda, who plays for Sporting, to fall through.

    A sudden injury crisis at Bournemouth also complicates the situation with Evanilson, Enes Unal, Marcos Senesi, Julian Araujo, Alex Scott, Marcus Tavernier, Luis Sinisterra and Adam Smith all currently out.

  18. Sutton prediction: Newcastle 3-0 Bromleypublished at 11:17 Greenwich Mean Time

    Newcastle v Bromley (Sun,15:00 GMT)

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    It is a long way from Bromley to Newcastle but this is a great tie for them, even if they are going to end up being beaten.

    Newcastle have won seven in a row in all competitions now and while Isak and Anthony Gordon are understandably getting a lot of attention, I've been really impressed by Jacob Murphy

    Eddie Howe will make lots of changes but I don't see it making any difference.

  19. 'Botman was absolutely brilliant against Arsenal'published at 11:11 Greenwich Mean Time

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    A final word from Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe on defender Sven Botman's minor groin issue, following his return to the first team after overcoming an ACL injury: "Sven's doing well. There's naturally a build-up of fatigue. It's a big ask for him to play the two games that he did.

    "After consultation with Sven and the medical team, he felt he was able to go again against Arsenal. It was a quick turnaround and two high-level games. He was absolutely brilliant in the two games. Considering he was feeling a bit fatigued in his groin in the second half against Arsenal, you wouldn't have known it from his performance.

    "He was determined and physical. He's been excellent also when he is on an unnatural side of the pitch. That gives us real food for thought."

  20. 'Wilson could come back at start of February'published at 11:06 Greenwich Mean Time

    Newcastle United v Bromley (Sun, 15:00 GMT)

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    Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe on when to expect Callum Wilson back from injury: "Callum is on the grass today. I don't think he's training with the first team yet, but he's back on the grass and he's making good progress. We are very pleased.

    "It's such a difficult situation for him. He didn't feel quite right at the end of the game against Brentford. He went for a scan and the scan picked up a bigger problem than he felt. It meant weeks on the sidelines for him.

    "But he's in a good place. He's normal Callum - very, very focussed on his return. And he could be coming back, if all goes to plan, round about the beginning of February. He could be coming back at a massive time for us when we have some huge games."