Marcelo Bielsa has been pictured arriving at Heathrow for talks with Everton as club owner, Farhad Moshiri hopes to persuade the former Leeds boss to accept the role
Marcelo Bielsa is Farhad Moshiri's first choice but has doubts about accepting the challenge. He is believed to have reservations over a club that has sacked six permanent managers in just under seven years and the suitability of the squad to his methods.
Bielsa a top target for Everton
Everton owner, Farhad Moshiri hopes to convince the Argentinian to take over a team who have lost eight and drawn two of their past 10 matches. Bielsa’s arrival in England, first reported by the Daily Mail, indicates a willingness to progress discussions.
Several other candidates are under consideration. Contact has been made with representatives of the former Burnley manager Sean Dyche, who would welcome the chance to relaunch his managerial career at Goodison Park.
Everton determined to hold on to key players
Anthony Gordon missed another day of training on Thursday amid interest from Newcastle. The 21-year-old is believed to be keen on the move and his exit would release funds for Everton to make signings before Tuesday’s deadline.
Everton are determined to hold on to Amadou Onana despite Chelsea identifying the midfielder as an alternative to Enzo Fernández and Moisés Caicedo. Onana has also been targeted by Arsenal but Everton signed the Belgian from Lille only last summer and do not want to sell.
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