Moyes: I've never spoken to Everton owner Friedkin

Everton manager David Moyes has revealed he has never met or spoken to the club's owner Dan Friedkin.

Everton manager David Moyes has revealed that he has never met or spoken to the club's owner, Dan Friedkin. The admission has sparked speculation about the communication channels between the club's hierarchy and the coaching staff. Moyes made the comments during a pre-match press conference, stating that despite Friedkin being the owner, the two have not had any face-to-face meetings or phone calls. Moyes returned to Everton for a second spell in January, replacing the sacked Sean Dyche. He was tasked with steering the club away from relegation danger. Since his appointment, Moyes has guided the team to a series of crucial victories, helping Everton climb the Premier League table and move clear of the drop zone. Speaking about his relationship with Friedkin, Moyes said: "I have never met or spoken to Mr. Friedkin. My direct contacts are the club's director of football, Kevin Thelwell, and chairman Marc Watts. They have been very supportive, and our communication has been smooth." Moyes emphasized that the lack of direct contact with the owner has not affected his day-to-day work. Friedkin acquired a majority stake in Everton from Farhad Moshiri last summer, becoming the club's new owner. The American businessman also owns Italian club Roma. Since taking over, Friedkin has maintained a low profile, rarely making public appearances or statements. He has appointed new board members and pledged financial support, including for the construction of a new stadium. Moyes' comments have drawn mixed reactions from fans. Some believe that a lack of direct communication between the owner and the manager could be detrimental to the club's long-term development, especially during transfer windows when the manager needs to discuss budgets and strategies with the owner. Others, however, argue that as long as the team performs well, the communication style between the management is not a major concern. Everton are currently in the middle of the season, sitting mid-table in the Premier League with room for improvement. Moyes stated that he is focused on the team's daily training and matches, and he is not worried about the communication issue with the owner. "My job here is to coach the team and get the best out of the players. As for communication with the owner, I trust the club's senior management to handle it," he said. Notably, Everton are set to face Liverpool in their next league match, a highly anticipated Merseyside derby. Moyes said the team will give their all to secure a victory and bring joy to the fans. He also called for patience, expressing confidence that the club is moving in the right direction. As the season enters its final stretch, Everton's goal is to secure a solid league position and build a foundation for the next campaign. Whether Moyes' relationship with Friedkin will improve over time remains to be seen. What is certain is that Moyes will continue to focus on his coaching duties and lead Everton towards a brighter future.

Moyes: I've never spoken to Everton owner Friedkin

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