Lampards new club made the innovative offer having reached their quota of domestic loan signings with the Netherlands international Van de Beek. NY 10036. I feel Frank is a good appointment and I'm really pleased Everton have stayed up otherwise people will have questioned him as a manager but he'll be under pressure if they start poorly. This is the business we live and work in. The 43-year-old accepted the chance to succeed Rafael Bentez and agreed a two-and-a-half-year contract at the chairman Bill Kenwrights office in London on Sunday. Owner Farhad Moshiri, who is in discussions to sell the club, has spent more than 500m on players during his six-year tenure, but very few purchases have turned out to be a success or value for money. Jonjoe Kenny came on for Mykolenko on the left in the second half, but it is hard to see past the Ukrainian, and Seamus Coleman, starting in Tyneside. One of the first questions he was asked was about how he felt the Board showed him their support with bringing in two big signings on deadline day itself, and what he expected out of the pair of Donny van de Beek and Dele Alli. And its why hes looking at youthful, energetic novices such as Armando Broja, Billy Gilmour and Morgan Gibbs-White to come in; Jesse Lingard is an option, also, as a free agent.. A global ambassador and former first-team player, Osman knows all about what it means to represent Everton football club. Jun 20, 1978 (44). However, the Brazil international still only registered 10 goals and the next-highest scorer was Andros Townsend with just three. "But I want to reassure all of you that Everton Football Club is not for sale. Everton have not entertained any interest from Newcastle in academy graduate Anthony Gordon - the "new face at No 10" having been given the shirt number to highlight his importance to the club's future - while Dominic Calvert-Lewin and Jordan Pickford are also both expected to form the nucleus of what Lampard is shaping. Back on the blue half of Merseyside, unrest among the hardcore fanbase is again simmering. An initial period of exclusivity expired late last week and it was suggested that had ended the process, but the PA news agency understands the group, headed by former Chelsea and Manchester United chief executive Peter Kenyon and bankrolled by United States real estate tycoon Maciek Kaminski and billionaire mining and investment magnate John Thornton, applied for an extension to the exclusivity. We have to get behind the manager and give him that Goodison feeling, and I think success will come with that., Kenwright has been a target for criticism from supporters who have called for the boards removal recently but Moshiri is adamant the chairman stays. Time limits and T&Cs apply 18+ Begambleaware.org. These are the areas we desperately need to strengthen too, holding midfield, attacking midfield and in the final third with Richarlison moving on to join Spurs already.

Thelwell's arrival as director of football brings fresh eyes to the project and wipes clean the slate of misdealings in the transfer market. Min odds, bet and payment method exclusions apply. We use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. The game is live on Sky Sports at 5.30pm on August 6. There is less need to chuck Patterson in at the deep end, given Coleman, Jonjoe Kenny and Ben Godfreys presence in the squad, but Lampard has shown previously that he has no qualms with picking youth over experience. He will take over a side who are 16th in the Premier League and have lost 10 of their last 13 matches, with Benitez sacked on January 16. My commitment to the club remains strong and focused and Kevin Thelwell and the chairman are currently working hard to bring in new players to improve Frank Lampard's squad.". I want to see a team that is confident in possession of the football, can control games with the possession but also be exciting at the top end of the pitch. Despite how well Richarlison did up top on Saturday, if Dominic Calvert-Lewin is fit then he simply has to start at St. James Park. Lampard will be tasked with getting the best out of the Dutchman, who has struggled for minutes ever since his 40million arrival from Ajax in 2020. Having spoken to the owner, the chairman and the Board here, it was so open and it was refreshing to me to see so many football people within the club united in trying to find the best way forward. In Abdoulaye Doucoure, Everton have another midfield player tailor-made to play a shuttling, box-to-box role, while Allan is a more defensive-minded option. In terms of the business we did, they are both separate cases.

According to the Daily Telegraph, the group bankrolled by American businessman Maciek Kaminski had hoped to reach an agreement to buy Everton by July 21 - in time to be even unveiled during the tour of the US - but any potential deal for now appears dead and negotiations at an end. The new Blues boss kicked-off his reign with a comfortable 4-1 win over Brentford in the FA Cup on Saturday afternoon. There was a problem. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. The 106-cap England international since was dealt his marching orders by the Blues this time last year after 18 months at the helm. Frank Lampard is looking to make four signings as he bids to produce a winning squad at Everton, according to the Daily Mail. Their season will only be saved if Lampard can hit the ground running, and theres a chance that this could go sour very quickly, but Everton supporters will at least have woken on Tuesday morning infinitely more hopeful than they were a month ago. He can help me a lot, so I think Im in a good spot. Free Bets are paid as Bet Credits and are available for use upon settlement of qualifying bets. That will continue. It seems likely that Alli, Van de Beek and Doucoure will compete for the two more advanced midfield roles, with Allan acting as the destroyer. Allis most productive period at Spurs came when Mauricio Pochettino deployed him in a support striker role alongside Harry Kane. "Nor does it address the issue of him listening, engaging and then acting on fans' concerns. Jun 20, 1978 (44), Place of birth: We use cookies and other tracking technologies to improve your browsing experience on our site, show personalized content and targeted ads, analyze site traffic, and understand where our audiences come from. Ive had really positive conversations with the owner, the Board, and the club in general from the first moment we started to speak. Conor Gallagher and Armando Broja are both on the club's radar but both are part of Chelsea's training camp currently in Los Angeles as Thomas Tuchel assesses whether the pair will form a part of his first-team plans this season. It means their summer transfer activity is only a fortnight old but upon arriving in the 'land of opportunity', it is important Everton now start acting like a big club and not an open buffet for the elite to cherry-pick their best players. "It will always be pragmatic to explore all potential investment opportunities and, as I have been transparent about, I am focused on completing the financing for our fantastic new stadium as well as strengthening the playing squad and that might include a minority investment. Supporters can expect a more adventurous style under Lampard, according to one-time Everton and Chelsea forward Pat Nevin. 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But if the England international is fit then that leaves Lampard with a dilemma of where to play Richarlison, as neither Gray or Gordon, as already stated, deserve to be dropped. The nature of the Palace game three days earlier meant the drop-off in intensity was understandable, but Lampard will be more concerned if a similar result was to be dished out this time around. England, Agent: Frank Lampard has sealed his first signing as Everton boss with Donny van de Beek joining from Manchester United on loan for the rest of the season. Calvert-Lewin trained alone at Finch Farm on Friday and Lampard has not yet given up hope of being able to include the forward in the party that travels to Newcastle. Can we make the squad stronger and more balanced? The first thing they want is fight and desire and that must always be our baseline. Nil satis nisi optimum (Nothing But the Best is Good Enough) is the only way to douse the fan discontent. Min deposit requirement. Future US, Inc. Full 7th Floor, 130 West 42nd Street, In the Guardian app, tap the yellow button at the bottom right, then go to Settings (the gear icon), then Notifications. I was delighted to work with Duncan. I had a really positive meeting with the new coach. During Ajaxs memorable run to the 2018-19 Champions League semi-final in which Van de Beek enhanced his own reputation considerably, the Dutchman was predominantly used as a No 10. Maybe together, me and the fans should be more patient I am also impatient. I want to improve with Everton. A dressing room will always rise to someone of his character and achievement. We hadn't had one but now myself and my staff do. It is probably the way I tried to build my own career as a player. What Richarlison's departure has highlighted is just how reliant the side were on his goal contributions last term with six of his 10 league goals coming in the final nine matches. With that in mind, Lampard may opt for more of the same and look to introduce either Alli or Van de Beek as the game goes on. It is hoped that Calvert-Lewin's annus horribilis will in time be viewed as the outlier rather than his prolific 2021/22 campaign under Carlo Ancelotti, but Everton cannot look backwards. Everton's final fixture before the pause for the World Cup is away to Bournemouth on November 12. CAA Base Ltd, Avg. "We have Kevin Thelwell now (as Director of Football) and we have the board that are interested in getting the best out of this club as we don't want to be here next season. However, elsewhere at the back, Lampard has some big decisions to make regarding not just personnel, but also formations. Get all the latest Everton news, transfer gossip, stadium updates and match reaction with our daily newsletter.

Lets unite behind the team, give the team the 12th man and start moving up the table. Frank Lampard today held his first press conference since joining Everton, with the new manager also previewing the upcoming all-Premier League clash against Brentford in the FA Cup Fourth Round on Saturday at Goodison Park. It was common knowledge that Everton were interested in signing Tottenham midfielder Harry Winks, who had been told by Spurs to find a new club this summer, but those talks are at an impasse.

Given the mood at Goodison lately, that matters. This service is provided on talkSPORT Ltd's Terms of Use in accordance with our Privacy Policy. So far, the free transfer of James Tarkowski is the only signing Lampard has made while Richarlison needed to be sold. Richarlison was missing that day due to injury, but his absence is now permanent. 'Degraded' parents can't afford to take kids on days out as school holidays loom, Parents in Everton have been hit hard by rises in food and petrol prices, Drug ring boss found dead in prison with no explanation, Stephen Kearns had appeared fit and well and no traces of drugs were found in his system, When will second DWP cost of living payment hit bank accounts, Millions of households will receive financial aid to help with mounting costs, Man baffled by Liverpool One toilets asks 'emergency question', When trying to leave the cubicle the man became confused, Mum fears she will be 'killed by ex-boyfriend' after campaign of harassment, Peppa Pig books and balloons were left in the victim's home while she was out during string of incidents, Teenager dies and schoolboy seriously injured in motorbike crash, Police are asking for anyone who saw a moped and motorbike at the time of the crash to get in touch, Police officer released from hospital over week after crash, Two marked patrol cars were responding to separate emergency incidents when they crashed, Drug gang used fake 'LeBron James' branding on cocaine shipments, Four Liverpool men remain in custody in Greece, Vile paedophile bought schoolgirl presents and raped her 10 times, Chris Morriss raped the 13-year-old after being released from prison for previous sexual offences, Merseyside road will be closed for two days every week this year, Temporary traffic lights have also been approved, Lorry driver accused of murder told detectives he was 'scared' of 'bigger' friend, Rafal Seremak, 45, denies the murder and manslaughter of Miroslaw Iwaniuk, 50, Dog food recalled from Tesco after metal found, You can return the product to Tesco and get a full refund, Concerns as major bus route 'temporarily suspended' due to staff shortage, Merseytravel confirmed the service will be 'taken over' by Arriva later this year. However, in consideration of all Everton fans, we will not be making further public comments at this time., Thank you for reading 5 articles this month* Join now for unlimited access, Enjoy your first month for just 1 / $1 / 1, *Read 5 free articles per month without a subscription. You will receive a verification email shortly. But whether Lampard opts to put both in from the off remains to be seen, but the Blues boss will no doubt be glad to have options at his disposal. "There has been much talk of investment in our football club recently - even takeovers - but I want to clarify that there is no 'for sale' sign currently hanging outside Everton Football Club," he wrote in another open letter, which left more questions than answers for some supporters. Play for free, entries by 3pm, Everton's summer transfer state of play: Replacing Richarlison and the creative deficit in Frank Lampard's first pre-season, Former Everton player and current club ambassador Leon Osman was invited to throw the ceremonial first pitch at Nationals Park, Papers: Ten Hag blocks sale of Martial and Van de Beek, Transfer Centre LIVE! I have a huge amount of respect for the both of them, Im particularly close with Carlo because I worked with him and we kept up a good relationship after that. On Thursday, majority owner Farhad Moshiri released a statement to the club's supporters insisting Everton is not for sale and that they are working hard to recruit players this summer. We take a look at the changes Frank Lampard could potentially make to Everton's starting line-up for the game against Newcastle United, New era, new Blues? Everton were not happy with the overall 60m package for the Brazilian, but had to accept that fee to ensure Lampard has wriggle room in the transfer market. We are keeping the chairman as long as we can, he insisted. They're now relying on Dominic Calvert-Lewin to score the goals and he's a bit hit and miss. Former Everton forward Tony Cottee told Sky Sports: "There are huge parallels with when I was at the club in 1993/94 in what went on last season. The work ethic that I have seen him put in behind the scenes to become a young coach. News Corp is a network of leading companies in the worlds of diversified media, news, education, and information services. Everton appointed a new director of football in Kevin Thelwell in February, a month after Lampard arrived, so this will be their first proper transfer window at the club. Returns exclude Bet Credits stake. The 24-year-old was close to joining Crystal Palace until Everton made their move over the weekend. Lampard takes over a struggling team four points above the relegation zone, having won once in 14 Premier League games.