Brennan Johnson playing for Everton.
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ACF Fiorentina striker Beto.
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Harry Kane holds the Ballon d'Or (left), Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall playing for Everton (right)
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Seamus Coleman questions Everton decision as he backs David Moyes, ‘I just don’t understand how’
Seamus Coleman questions Everton decision as he backs David Moyes, ‘I just don’t understand how’
Thierno Barry playing for Everton (left), Duncan Ferguson looks on (right)
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Everton hero Duncan Ferguson.
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Everton told they could soon have their very own Declan Rice, ‘has everything’
Arsenal FC v Everton - Premier League 2026/27
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Don Hutchison compares Harrison Armstrong to Declan Rice
Without a doubt, one of the most positive aspects of Everton’s season so far has been the development of Harrison Armstrong into a regular first-team starter.
He got to dip his toe into the Premier League last season when he was brought back from his loan spell at Preston North End. But towards the end of the campaign he didn’t feature much as Moyes put faith in more experienced players as the team pushed for Europe.
But Armstrong – who was inexplicably almost sold by The Friedkin Group – has started all eight of Everton’s Premier League games so far, and against Arsenal he did well. It was a tough job for him in midfield given their quality, but he battled hard in tough conditions and did not disgrace himself at all.
Stat Armstrong for Everton in 26/27 Rice for Arsenal in 26/27
Minutes played 699 674
Distance covered per 90 11.9km 10.9km
Successful passes % 86.6% 91.5%
Big chances created per 90 0.26 0.40
Defensive contributions per 90 9.27 8.68
It perhaps might have been a good learning curve for him playing against Declan Rice – who, incidentally, is a player Don Hutchison believes Armstrong can become like.
He wrote on X today: “Harrison Armstrong, in my opinion, has everything. He could go to the very top. Calm on the ball ✔️ Covers the ground well ✔️ Nice balance ✔️ Very good passer ✔️
“I’m not saying he is better or (the) same, but watching him yesterday, he could get close to Declan Rice standards.”
It’s a comparison that is likely to make some headlines. Rice, of course, is widely regarded as one of the best midfielders in the Premier League. He cost Arsenal nearly £100 million three years ago and has arguably made his fee look small, he’s been that good.
Harrison Armstrong in my opinion has everything. He could go to the very top. Calm on the ball✔️Covers the ground well✔️nice balance✔️ Very good passer✔️ I’m not saying he is bette or same but watching him yesterday he could get close to Declan Rice standards.
— Don Hutchison (@donhutch4) October 25, 2026
So for Armstrong to get that comparison from Hutchison is high praise indeed.
The teenager still obviously has so much to learn. But the signs have been really encouraging so far this season and plenty of Evertonians want to see him keep starting games and continuing his development. He has certainly brought a lot of energy, with Armstrong currently second for distance covered in the Premier League.
With Christian Norgaard back in the picture after recovering from injury there might be a temptation for Moyes to rotate him with the Dane. But hopefully he won’t be spending too much time on the bench.
Four interesting facts about Everton’s potential new owners the Dell family
The Dell family.
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The Friedkin Group are exploring a full sale of Everton football club.
The American investors were heavily criticised by Everton supporters after the disastrous summer transfer window, and it seems they’ve had enough after less than two years in charge.
The Friedkins have put Everton on the market for around £1bn, and it’s being reported that the Dell family are exploring a potential takeover of the Toffees.
With that said, we decided to have a closer look at the Dell family and have picked out four interesting facts about them.
What is your message to The Friedkin Group as they put the club up for sale? 😳
And crucially, to someone who is going to give this club the time, effort and investment it deserves!
Sell it to the most money 💰
Please don't sell to more Yanks. Would like buyers who are steeped in football culture. No idea who the 'Dell family ' are, but prefer them not to buy. Just more yanks trying to make a quick buck???
Dell family would be the Premier League’s richest owners
Michael Dell, who made his fortune in tech, is one of the richest people on earth, with an estimated net worth of around $237.2bn.
Therefore, if the Dell family did buy Everton, they would be the richest owners in the Premier League by quite some distance.
The second richest private individual owner is Stan Kroenke at Arsenal, who is believed to be worth $27.6 bn.
The Dell family own a minority stake in an NFL team
Earlier this year, Michael Dell personally bought a 5.3% stake in NFL side Las Vegas Raiders. It is reported that he spent a staggering $524m on the stake.
The Raiders have made a hit-and-miss start to the season, as they’ve won three and lost three of their opening six matches.
They currently sit third in the AFC West standings.
The Michael & Susan Dell Foundation has donated billions of dollars
Michael and his wife Susan Dell run the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation, which has donated billions of dollars to meaningful causes.
The Foundation focuses on childhood poverty, education, urban healthcare, and pediatric research.
It was founded in 1999.
The family have connections to two football clubs: Casa Pia and Spezia
Michael Dell created MSD Partners, an American investment firm, to manage his personal wealth and investments.
Interestingly, MSD have held stakes in two football clubs: Casa Pia in Portugal and Spezia in Italy. Dell wasn’t involved operationally, but rather a high-level passive capital backer.
So, the potential Everton owner does have some sort of history in the football industry, even if it isn’t significant.