Everton have confirmed David Moyes’ return as manager.
Moyes succeeds Sean Dyche, who was deposed shortly before Thursday’s FA Cup tie with Peterborough, after agreeing a two-and-a-half year contract.
It means that he will take charge for the Blues’ first season in their new stadium at Bramley-Moore Dock with a deal that runs until summer 2027.
The 61-year-old, previously at the Goodison Park helm between 2002 and 2013, rejoins following productive talks with new owners The Friedkin Group.
He said: “It’s great to be back.
“I enjoyed 11 wonderful and successful years at Everton and didn’t hesitate when I was offered the opportunity to rejoin this great club.
“I’m excited to be working with The Friedkin Group and I am looking forward to helping them rebuild the club.
“Now we need Goodison and all Evertonians to play their part in getting behind the players in this important season so we can move into our fabulous new stadium as a Premier League team.”
Executive chairman Marc Watts added: “We are pleased that David is joining us at this pivotal time in Everton’s history.
“With over a decade of experience at the club, he is the right leader to propel us through our final season at Goodison Park and into our new stadium.
“We look forward to working with David to build the foundation of a new era for Everton.”
