Sean Dyche has expressed confidence that his successor, David Moyes, will “push the club forward” following his return to Everton’s helm.
Moyes was appointed on Saturday for his second stint as manager, just two days after Dyche’s dismissal.
Dyche had taken over in January 2023, steering Everton to a 17th-place finish in the Premier League in the 2023-24 season, 15th last season—14 points clear of relegation despite an eight-point penalty for breaching financial regulations.
Currently, Everton sit 16th in the table, a point above the relegation zone.
In a statement released by the League Managers Association, Dyche praised Moyes, saying: “David is a manager I have great respect for, and I believe he and his staff will help push the club forward and build on the stability we’ve worked to establish in the last two years.
“The time has come for me to step away, with the team in good shape. My role as a caretaker has been fulfilled, and I will always take great pride in that.”
Everton faced two sanctions last season for financial breaches, initially docked 10 points (later reduced to six) and a further two points by the Premier League.

Everton players celebrating a goal.
Dyche acknowledged the challenges he faced during what he described as “one of the toughest periods” in the club’s history.
Moyes’ first match back in charge will be a home game against Aston Villa on Wednesday.
Moyes previously managed Everton from 2002 to 2013, securing top-eight finishes nine times and leading the team to an FA Cup final.