Everton News: New Era Begins Under Friedkin Group as Transfer Window Approaches

A New Dawn at Goodison Park

Everton Football Club has entered a transformative period following the completion of The Friedkin Group’s takeover in December 2024, ending Farhad Moshiri’s turbulent tenure and starting a new era for the Merseyside club. The American billionaire Dan Friedkin-led group, which also owns Roma, has acquired a majority stake in Everton, providing much-needed stability to a club that has endured relegation battles and financial uncertainty in recent years.

Everton fans can finally look ahead to a more stable future, with details of the takeover stating that finances have now been stabilized. The takeover represents a significant milestone for the club, which becomes the 10th club in the Premier League to be under American ownership.

January Transfer Window Priorities

With the January transfer window fast approaching, manager David Moyes faces critical decisions about squad reinforcement. David Moyes is now desperate for Everton to sign a new striker and a right-back in the January transfer window. The club’s struggles in front of goal have been evident, with Thierno Barry having failed to add to his tally of one Premier League goal on Merseyside.

However, expectations must be tempered. David Moyes insists that Everton will not be looking for quick fixes and it’s best to temper expectations for the January transfer window. The Toffees are currently facing a squad crisis, with several key players missing, including Jarrad Branthwaite, Iliman Ndiaye, Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, and Idrissa Gana Gueye.

Squad Challenges and European Ambitions

The Africa Cup of Nations has further depleted Moyes’ options, with both Iliman Ndiaye and Idrissa Gana Gueye unavailable from late December till late January as Senegal are among the favourites for the competition. Despite these challenges, Moyes has stated his ambitions clearly: “This club should be challenging for Europe or be in Europe. But I think people need to give us time and understand how bad it’s been in the past few years. I’m going for it and so are the players”.

Looking Ahead: Stability and Progress

The Friedkin Group’s commitment extends beyond immediate concerns. Key priorities include strengthening the men’s first-team squad through thoughtful and strategic investment and cultivating home-grown superstars through Everton’s Academy. As the club prepares to move to a new state-of-the-art stadium at Bramley-Moore Dock at season’s end, supporters can finally harbour genuine optimism about the future.

For Everton fans who have endured years of turmoil, this represents more than just a change of ownership—it’s an opportunity to rebuild the club’s reputation and restore it to its rightful position in English football. While immediate success may require patience, the foundations are being laid for long-term prosperity.