Everton’s new owners have been extremely busy since the moment they were handed the keys at Goodison Park.
Big decisions have already been made by The Friedkin Group and more are to follow.
Angus Kinnear has now been announced as Everton’s new CEO, with the Leeds United chief set to join at the end of the season.
This comes as Kevin Thelwell – along with other Everton chiefs – will move on over the summer at the end of their contracts.
Everton’s new owners have certainly made a positive impression, with the Blues having pulled away from the relegation zone in recent weeks.
The big test will come in the summer when the transfer window opens, but the Friedkins are certainly put stuff in place for an exciting summer.
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Dan Friedkin held Everton meetings with Angus Kinnear
The Friedkins are looking to flex their muscles this summer, with plenty of player turnover expected at Finch Farm.
A big challenge was being taken on with the takeover as there was a lot of work needing to be done at Everton, but the progress being made is clearly positive.
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According to The Athletic, Dan Friedkin personally met with Kinnear to make sure he was the right man for the job.
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Friedkin was not the only member of the club’s hierarchy who met with Kinnear in the process of bringing him in from Leeds.
However, it was Friedkin who had the final say in the appointment.
The report states how well thought of Kinnear is in the game following his work in Yorkshire both on and off the pitch.
Everton need to find a new sponsor for next season, and Kinnear has already shown his business acumen in acquiring some big deals for Leeds.
Farhad Moshiri was not involved in Everton meetings
The changes being made at Everton are a stark contrast to what was seen during Farhad Moshiri’s time as the owner.
Simon Jordan has praised Moshiri at Everton with the decision to sack Frank Lampard one which he felt was a decisive move.
However, the Friedkins’ approach is already showing some major differences.
According to The Mirror, when appointing Sean Dyche, Moshiri was not even present in the meetings the 53-year-old convinced the club he was the right man.
Instead, it was Thelwell and Bill Kenwright who had the casting vote.
Friedkin may not have made a public appearance on Merseyside just yet, but it is clear he has taken a hands-on approach to decision making.