Everton will seek ‘full disclosure’ from the Premier League’s decision to cancel their game with Manchester City.
Monday’s clash at Goodison Park was postponed just four hours ahead of kick-off in light of a series of Covid-19 cases within Pep Guardiola’s side.
City confirmed that Gabriel Jesus and Kyle Walker both tested positive for coronavirus in the build-up to their upcoming meeting with the Blues.
However further infections in the visitors’ squad saw them lodging a request to call off the fixture, which was granted by the Premier League’s board.
A crowd of 2,000 home supporters had been set to attend their fourth and final home game of 2020 at Goodison since fans were allowed back inside.
Responding to the late cancellation, Everton confirmed that they will request an explanation from the Premier League as to why the game was postponed.
“Everton Football Club regret the postponement of tonight’s match against Manchester City,” read a club statement.
“Not only for the 2,000 fans who would have been attending, but for supporters on Merseyside and across the world.
“Our players were prepared for the game, as were both the team staff and everyone at Goodison.
“Matchday is the most important date in our calendar. And this was a big one.
“Whilst Everton will always have public safety uppermost, we will be requesting full disclosure of all the information that Manchester City provided to the Premier League so the club can be clear on why this decision was taken.”
Carlo Ancelotti’s side had the chance to move level on points with leaders Liverpool in the table with a victory over their North West counterparts.