David Moyes drops a sorrowful verdict on the Friedkins looming Everton sale, making an emotional admission that fans didn’t see coming

David Moyes has made a revealing admission following the news that Everton’s owners, The Friedkin Group, are considering selling their controlling stake in the club.The announcement came as a surprise to the Everton manager, who admitted he had not expected the ownership group to explore a potential sale less than two years after completing their takeover from Farhad Moshiri.However, Moyes also conceded that perhaps he should have anticipated the development, suggesting that, with hindsight, there may have been signs he failed to recognise.The news has raised questions about Everton’s long-term future, particularly given the relatively short period The Friedkin Group has spent in control of the club.Although the possibility of a sale has emerged, no completed deal has been announced, and the club’s ownership situation remains uncertain.For Moyes and Everton supporters, the development represents another significant moment in the club’s recent history.The manager’s admission offers an insight into his reaction to the unexpected news, as attention turns to what the Friedkins’ decision could mean for Everton’s future direction.