Everton midfielder Idrissa Gana Gueye was gutted by the departure of Kevin Thelwell after it was recently announced that the latter will not continue as the director of football next season. The 35-year-old, in his second stint at Goodison Park, thanked Thelwell for helping him return to the club.
“Coming back to Everton felt like coming home, and I have to thank Kevin Thelwell for making that happen,” he wrote on X.
“From day one, he showed how much he cared about this club, always fighting to make it stronger, even in the toughest times. We all know the challenges Everton has faced the last three years, but through it all, Kevin gave everything to help the team move forward. Everton is more than just a football club, it’s an institution built by the people who give their heart and soul to it. Everyone who comes here plays a part in its history and growth.
“Kevin has definitely left his mark. Wishing him the best for what’s next!”
Thelwell had a difficult job at Goodison as market movements were greatly hampered by the club’s recent financial struggles. Despite this, he oversaw a period of turbulence with plenty of aplomb and helped the club generate £226m of transfer income while spending only £145m on the team during six windows – and maintained their Premier League status.
“Done more than people will ever know – thanks for giving me the opportunity to play for this great club,” wrote Tim Iroegbunam on social media, thanking Thelwell.
The Blues are expected to move on to a wider leadership role from a single director of football position. They have appointed Angus Kinnear as the new CEO and he will take over the reins after finishing the season with Leeds United, where he has served as CEO since 2017. Kinner has also been with West Ham and Arsenal in various capacities before moving to Elland Road.
Planning for the next summer transfer window is already underway, led by the sporting department along with David Moyes. Further appointments are also expected as The Friedkin Group continue to make administrative changes following their takeover.
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