Monday Oct 23, 2017 saw the sacking of Ronald Koeman as manager of Everton after a run of only 2 wins in 13 matches, after finishing 7th last season, a run which left them bottom of their Europa League group with little to no chance of qualifying for the knock out stages, and also slip into the relegation places in the Premier League after their abject 5-2 defeat by Arsenal at Goodison Park on Sunday. After spending in the region of GBP 150 million in the summer transfer window, there were high expectations for Everton this season, but their current position sees them facing an uphill struggle, with a need to balance the side and accommodate some of their high profile signings, at the same time as trying to nurture and bring through some of their young players. They also need to fix the problem of not having replaced Romelu Lukaku, sold to Manchester United, with another goal scorer.
Several high profile names have been associated with the new managerial appointment, and several others have expressed their interest in taking up the role, but temporary caretaker, long term Everton servant as both player and coach, David Unsworth, is hoping to stake his claim for the position by collecting a number of wins or points won whilst he is in charge.
