David Moyes has admitted he was surprised to see Everton put up for sale by owners The Friedkin Group, claiming he only learned of the decision on Friday morning when the statement was released to supporters.
The Friedkin Group (TFG) announced they are open to new investment into the club, including the "potential sale of a controlling interest." The group, led by American billionaire Dan Friedkin, completed their full takeover of Everton in December 2024, ending Farhad Moshiri's long spell at the helm.
Speaking at a press conference, Moyes said he was surprised that the owners had only arrived a year and a half ago. "Most owners come in for a lot longer than that. We were all expecting them to be here for 20 to 30 years," he said. He added that he had sensed the owners were not fully committed during the most recent transfer window, and that his ambition on returning to the club was to return Everton to challenging for Europe more regularly.
Moyes, who returned to the club in early 2025, also expressed sympathy for the fans, who have endured years of uncertainty. Moshiri previously attempted to sell the club to 777 Partners and John Textor, but both bids collapsed. Everton also suffered two rounds of points deductions for breaching the Premier League's Profit and Sustainability Rules.
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