Dan Purdy also set to leave Everton this summer

He's scored as many for Villa in 20 games as he did for Everton in over 60.

Put a player in a better team with better players and you never know.

It might not have been huge, but we made a profit on him, so good business.

I know very little about Purdy, in fact, I hadn't heard of him until today, but another signal of the owners putting their stamp on the club.

Seems better than chasing Gnoto or thumbing the Rothmans guide

He's had some good performances lately, including last Saturday against Chelsea. He works well alongside Gana-Gueye.

Apparently not correct. In the same article quoted about Purdy's departure, Boyland reports that Everton is currently recruiting for a DoF, or rather a Director of Football Operations. The search is being handled by Nolan Partners, the executive search firm that landed Kinnear.

James, he's been with us for 12 years and he was no secret.

Les, Onana was a wise and profitable investment for us -- £17 million.

Ryan, that's a shot skied into Row Z. Garner is quality. Moyes isn't the only one responsible for our reversal of form. Garner's return from injury came at the same time. No coincidence.

He doesn't score, doesn't create much, is weak, slow, and can't take a set piece to save his life.

Hope for Championship Manager players still.

Re Garner, he should definitely not be taking corners, but we have only one guy in the entire squad who knows how to take a proper set piece, and that's McNeil. Another thing we have to fix in the summer.

Interesting point, a lot of coaches, particularly those from the continent, tend to start early. Brighton's head coach is still only 31. Thomas Frank in his early 30s when he entered coaching. Terzic (Dortmund) was of a similar age. And Norbert Klopp was only 34 when he took on his first coaching role.

In terms of scouting, it can start at a young age. I don't confess to be qualified, but through playing, coaching and watching players, you can usually spot them early. That's why I always say our scouts should be out watching, not scouring YouTube clips.

Please remember that what you said there was opinion not fact.

This database thing. I recall the guys who created Football Manager are massive Blues and signed a deal (money or just love of the club?) years ago to provide Everton exclusive access their database.

He was recommended by Walter Smith and myth has it that Villa were about to make a move, so we acted quicker than we planned, which would have seen Walter see that season out. Without looking, that's how I remember it at the time.

I just wish he would have been / could be more adventurous…but a leopard doesn't change its spots, I suppose.

I played it loads of times as Everton – won the lot. 🤣

This might be because with all the technology available nowadays, that a few of these scouts, don’t even have to leave the house to watch the game, whereas it was obviously a lot different twenty years ago.

Although he doesn’t do those things does ?

Both Evertonians too!

Actions speak louder than words, but this fella also seems to be on a par with the Tibetan Monks, which means we are also still waiting to hear his intentions.

I've read about him flying Lukaku and Mouriniho to Rome on his aeroplane, but when it comes to Everton, he must have heard how patient Evertonians can be!

Tony, early days, but communication doesn't seem to be their thing. Hopefully that will change.

If his seat is available Tony, I know thousands who would take it off him.

He needs to connect with the supporters. More than any club, that is crucial at our club.

TFG don't communicate much, full stop. Doubt he'll visit Goodison Park or the new stadium much at all.