Everton manager David Moyes and former Newcastle United head coach Eddie Howe
Everton manager David Moyes and former Newcastle United head coach Eddie Howe
The Scot returned for a second spell in charge of the Toffees in January 2024 after the departure of Sean Dyche.
However, with the Friedkin Group announcing that they are open to selling the club, it is unclear what that means for Moyes.
The 63-year-old is out of contract in the summer of 2027, though he has spoken of his desire to continue in the role.
Whether that will happen could in part depend on what happens with Everton's ownership situation.
If there is a change of manager, there is sure to be a queue and Eddie Howe's name has been thrown in the ring as a contender.
Why Eddie Howe could be an Everton success
Howe is currently out of work after departing Newcastle United in the summer.
Previously, Howe has been linked to several high-profile jobs including Manchester United and the England role.
There are sure to be several clubs keeping tabs on the 48-year-old if a position becomes available.
Everton cult hero Barry Horne, an FA Cup winner with the Toffees in 1995, thinks Howe could be a great fit.
He noted similar traits between Howe and Moyes, thought acknowledged it might be difficult for Everton if they were to pursue the former Bournmouth boss.
Speaking to ToffeeWeb as part of the Once a Blue podcast, Horne said: "Eddie Howe, in many ways, can you compare him to David Moyes? Experienced, quite stoic, honest, hardworking.
“I think in the end that Newcastle was maybe working in an environment which wasn’t perfectly to his liking. I think he’d be great.
“I think it would be more whether Eddie Howe will come to Everton rather than just a simple, can we go and get him? I’m sure he’s been sounded out by various clubs. Man United seem to be courting him.”
Everton have a lot of moving parts to consider
Howe has a proven record of operating at a top level in the Premier League, having twice led Newcastle to Champions League qualification.
He also led the Magpies to Carabao Cup glory in 2025, ending a wait for a domestic trophy that stretched back to 1955.
So, it's not really a question of his credentials, but more the uncertainty around Everton's situation.
TFG clearly want out, so the question is who will come in next? And who would any incumbent owners want to lead their project?
Let's not discount Moyes either, there is still a chance he extends his stay beyond the summer, so this could all be a moot point, couldn't it?
But it is just one of several uncertainties engulfing the Toffees at the moment.