David Moyes Returns to Everton Amid Struggling Premier League Campaign
David Moyes has returned to Everton to take on the challenge of reviving the club’s fortunes after a dismal first half of the 2024-25 season under Sean Dyche who was relieved recently.
Moyes, who previously led Everton from 2002 to 2013, rejoined the club following his second stint at West Ham, where he secured two top-seven finishes and delivered their first major trophy in 43 years by winning the Europa Conference League.
The task ahead for Moyes is formidable, as Everton’s statistics this season paint a bleak picture. The Toffees have managed just 15 goals in their opening 19 league games, a tally bettered by only three campaigns in the club’s history at this stage. With an expected goals (xG) figure of 18.33, the lowest in the Premier League, their attacking inefficiency is a major concern.
Additionally, Everton have only registered 63 shots on target this season, the second-lowest total in the division, ahead of only Southampton’s 58. Their average of 0.79 goals per game is the lowest in 13 seasons, marking a significant drop from 1.05 goals per game last season and 0.89 in the 2022-23 campaign.
Moyes, who is known for his disciplined and pragmatic approach, will need to address Everton’s lack of creativity and potency in the final third.
With the January transfer window open, the Scot may look to bolster his squad with reinforcements capable of providing the cutting edge his side desperately needs.
Everton currently find themselves in a precarious position, teetering near the relegation zone, and Moyes will be tasked with not only securing survival but also laying the groundwork for a return to stability and competitiveness in the Premier League.
The challenge is immense, but Moyes’ familiarity with the club and his reputation for building resilient teams could prove pivotal in steering Everton away from trouble.