David Moyes applauding Everton fans
David Moyes applauding Everton fans
The boss is out of contract at the end of the season, and The Friedkin Group's plans to sell the club have led to suggestions that new talks are not currently a priority.
However, the Toffees' form in the Premier League so far this season is likely to inspire the decision-makers to keep Moyes around, with his players now stepping up.
Former West Ham scout Mick Brown, who worked closely alongside Moyes, told Football Insider that Everton will have no choice but to extend his stay if these performances continue.
In that respect, much is owed to the performances of the likes of Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, James Garner, James Tarkowski, and Thierno Barry, all of whom are in sparking form.
Those players are expected to play a key role in keeping Moyes in the job, having performed admirably under him so far, as Everton continue to push for a successful season.
What is the latest on David Moyes' future?
Football Insider revealed last month that Moyes is edging closer to leaving Everton at the end of the season as no progress has been made in talks over a new contract.
However, there have been calls from the fans for the boss to pen a new deal, while his side's performances in the Premier League have proven his worth on Merseyside.
There is now a feeling that, should his star players continue their recent form, the board will be forced to extend Moyes' stay and help him continue his good work.
"David Moyes has a huge advantage in that his players are clearly enjoying playing under him," Brown told Football Insider.
"Look at how well they're doing this season, with a tiny squad which has had very little investment, but there's a positive atmosphere and their results have been impressive.
"That's because Moyes gets the best out of his players, you can go through this squad one by one, and see the players who have improved.
"This season alone, the likes of James Tarkowksi and James Garner have been extremely reliable and consistent, and have really stepped up under Moyes' management.
"Then you've got Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, who has been outstanding this season, he is somebody who I've been seriously impressed by.
"And perhaps the most improved in Thierno Barry, who looked way off it last season, but has already proven he can score goals, lead the line, and play an important role this year.
"So if you're weighing up Moyes' future, their performances and the results they're getting would leave you with no choice but to keep him around.
"I don't see any other manager who would get what Moyes is getting out of this squad, and if this continues, they will be on course for a very impressive season, all things considered.
"So given all of that, how could they decide to get rid of him? It wouldn't make any sense, those players are all proof of what he can do."
Will Moyes be backed by the Everton board?
After what has been an impressive start to the season so far, there is a growing feeling that real investment in the January transfer window could lead to further success.
Moyes is being forced to work with a tiny squad at the Hill Dickinson Stadium, and is determined to bring in new recruits to add quality and depth to his side.
However, Football Insider revealed on 27 October that Moyes has been left "furious" upon hearing that Everton have no plans to make any significant investment in January.
With the Toffees now up for sale, American owners The Friedkin Group have no plans to spend money during the upcoming January transfer window.
Everton are set to be limited to signing free transfers and loan players, with the owners reluctant to spend while they attempt to sell the club, sparking new concerns.