Everton boss David Moyes will be revelling in his first ever away win at Manchester United, after his Toffees beat the Red Devils 1-0 on a huge night at Old Trafford.
However, Everton will also know that they have the January transfer window around the corner and new additions to their squad will be vastly needed to properly challenge for a European place.
David Moyes has already admitted that he wants new signings through the door over the winter, and with Everton now on the cusp of the European spots after their Premier League win over Manchester United, it could make them a more attractive proposition.
And the Toffees boss will now know what his first move should be after a major incident in the first half of the clash at Old Trafford.
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David Moyes’ first move in January is now incredibly obvious
Although Idrissa Gana Gueye’s red card for striking Michael Keane will take the headlines, an incident just moments before that also threatened to derail Everton’s game somewhat.
Seamus Coleman was brought into the starting XI after his impressive form for Ireland in their World Cup qualifiers, but he was brought off after just 10 minutes through injury, being replaced by compatriot Jake O’Brien.
It’s sorry news for the veteran right-back, who made his last start in the Premier League back in December 2024 away at Manchester City, and after being hauled off after just 10 minutes against Manchester United, it doesn’t look like good news for his future at the club.
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Coleman’s contract is expiring at the end of the season, and with a real lack of minutes under his belt, it looks like he will be heading towards the exit door on Merseyside after 17 incredible years at Everton.
With O’Brien playing his part to help keep a clean sheet, as well as James Garner sometimes playing a key role at right-back, Coleman’s days could be numbered if he fails to start for Everton again in the short-term.
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Whilst Coleman was one of the best right-backs in the Premier League during his halcyon days under Roberto Martinez, he is ageing and given he’ll be 38 next season, a new upgrade may be needed.
Everton have been linked with the likes of Milan van Ewijk of Coventry City in recent months, but they are short of real attacking impetus from the full-back positions.
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Only Leeds, Fulham and Brentford have full-backs who also haven’t recorded an assist this season and that is enough reason for Everton to get ahead of the pack.
If Everton can add someone in the ilk of Daniel Munoz at Crystal Palace, who have been transformed since he joined the club, the Toffees could have similar riches going forward.
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