adminFormer West Ham scout Mick Brown has revealed that Everton are planning to reward David Moyes with a new contract, according to Football Insider. Having previously worked alongside Moyes in London, Brown believes Everton are keen to avoid repeating West Ham’s error of parting ways with a manager who consistently delivered success. He pointed out that the Hammers lost patience with Moyes’ style of play despite his achievements, including winning the Conference League and securing regular European qualification. Since then, West Ham have declined and now face a relegation battle — a situation Brown feels is of their own making.
What did Mick Brown say?
Everton now find themselves in the kind of stable position West Ham once enjoyed. Brown insists the club’s hierarchy fully appreciates Moyes’ impact both on and off the pitch, making a contract extension an obvious move following the significant progress made since he replaced Sean Dyche in January 2025.
“Everton won’t make the same mistakes as West Ham,” Brown said.
“They bought into the idea that they needed more attractive football and decided Moyes’ approach wasn’t good enough — even while they were qualifying for Europe, winning the Conference League, and consistently finishing in the top half.
“Look where West Ham are now — they’re in real danger of going down.
“Everton, meanwhile, are exactly where West Ham used to be, and that’s no coincidence. It’s down to the work Moyes has done.
“They understand how valuable he is, both on the pitch and behind the scenes.
“Giving him a new deal is a no-brainer because they want to build on this progress.”
Has the Friedkin Group found their long-term solution?
When Moyes returned to Everton, the club were hovering just above the relegation zone. Since then, the transformation has been remarkable. The Toffees now sit eighth, only three points off a Champions League place — an unthinkable scenario little over a year ago.
The 62-year-old has established strong authority at the club, something few outsiders could replicate quickly. Signings such as Jack Grealish and Kieran Dewsbury-Hall have slotted seamlessly into his system, highlighting his ability to recruit players who can make an immediate impact. Everton have also moved away from the traditional director of football structure, with Moyes now working closely with the Football Leadership Team on transfers — a setup that suits him better after frustrations during his time at West Ham.
Initially viewed by The Friedkin Group as a steady, short-term solution, Moyes has since reshaped that perception by giving the team a clear identity. He has remained relaxed about his future, suggesting contract discussions will likely take place after the season concludes.
Can Everton sustain this progress?
The key question now is whether Everton’s owners will fully back Moyes or simply settle for stability. While he excels at organizing teams and building defensive strength, his cautious approach against top sides could limit Everton’s ambitions if they aim to compete consistently in Europe.
There are still gaps in the squad — including the need for a commanding defensive midfielder, improved full-backs, and a reliable goal scorer. Although a new contract for Moyes appears likely, the scale of summer investment will ultimately determine whether Everton can break into the top six or remain a competitive Europa League-level side.
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