David Moyes desperate for an Everton team fit for ‘a new stadium we can fall in love with’

Everton manager David Moyes has described the club's move to the new Hill Dickinson Stadium as the beginning of a "new romance," emphasizing that the long-term success of this partnership depends on the team's performance on the pitch. The £800m stadium is set to host its first competitive game against Brighton in the Premier League on Sunday, and Moyes feels it is fitting that he is in charge for this historic moment, having seen previous stadium projects fail during his earlier tenure at the club.

Moyes expressed confidence in building a competitive team to match the impressive new arena, acknowledging potential challenges in the transfer market and the upcoming season. He highlighted the importance of creating a strong squad to maintain supporter engagement and club success, viewing the stadium as a foundation for future growth.

In transfer news, Everton is close to finalizing a deal for Southampton winger Tyler Dibling after prolonged negotiations. Southampton initially demanded £45m plus a 20% sell-on fee but has now shown willingness to accept a lower fee, with talks advancing for a deal worth just over £40m including add-ons. Dibling, who has two years left on his contract, has expressed a desire to join Everton.

Moyes has been keen to strengthen Everton's right flank, and Dibling has been a top target throughout the summer. If completed, this transfer would be the second most expensive in Everton's history, following a breakthrough in discussions after Moyes indicated the club might need to adjust its transfer strategy.