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Tony Hibbert has vowed that Everton will start this season stronger than previous campaigns.
David Moyes' side have drawn criticism in some quarters for regularly peaking far too late in the Premier League, with several strong domestic finishes offset by muted openings.
But with the arrival of Steven Naismith from Rangers last month combined Steven Pienaar's re-signing from Tottenham earlier this week has strengthened the Blues' squad further following the capture of Darron Gibson and Nikica Jelavic in the previous transfer window.
And Hibbert, who will celebrate his testimonial this coming Wednesday, believes this year's additions will ensure that Everton buck the trends of recent history with an improved start.
"We don't know why we haven't started quick," he conceded.
"It's just one of those things that we've talked about a lot. We've tried to do things differently. We just don't know why we haven't started how we'd like to but hopefully this year we can.
"I think we've got the players to, we understand more of it now what we should be doing and I think the start of the season we will see a different Everton, and obviously a stronger Everton."
He added: "We've lost Tim Cahill - that was a big blow to us - but new additions to any squad is ideal and what you need to freshen the place up.
"Obviously they're only going to come in for the better really so I think it will be good for us this season."
Tickets are now on sale for Tony Hibbert's testimonial on Wednesday 8th August. Prices are £15 for adults and £5 for under 16’s and over 65s. To buy your ticket call 0871 663 1878, visit evertonfc.com/eticketing or visit the box office at Goodison Park.
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