The hope will be that the start of this press conference was not a metaphor for the days to come. As a room filled with reporters anticipated the entrance of David Moyes there was a pause of confusion as the Everton manager tried to make his way before the camera crews only to find the door into the media suite locked.

With David Moyes back in place as Everton manager, the 61-year-old has begun to recruit his backroom staff – including one former Liverpool midfielder. Moyes was reappointed by Everton earlier in January, following the departure of Sean Dyche, returning to Goodison Park after 12-and-a-half years away.

David Moyes’ return to Everton has had the desired effect, lifting the crowd, helping the team to some good results and starting their journey up the table away from relegation trouble. They’ve