Three candidates to replace Marco Silva at Everton

After fighting so hard to secure the services of Marco Silva, things have not gone well for Everton and the former Watford manager. Since arriving in Merseyside, the Portuguese coach has lost 23 games out of 59. Currently, the Toffees sit 16th in the league, having lost 7 out of 13 matches already. This is not the top six challenging form the board expected, especially after investing £107.91 million in the summer.

Everton has bought players of top quality to seemingly become worse than last season. A surprise 2-0 home defeat at the hands of newly-promoted Norwich has put the 42-year-old under severe pressure, with many questioning his ability to lead this club into the future.

As a firmly established Premier League side, Everton is an extremely attractive proposition for any manager.

Here are three candidates to replace Marco Silva at Everton.

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#3 Mikel Arteta

Mikel Arteta is assistant manager at Manchester City to Pep Guardiola

Over the past 12 months, Mikel Arteta’s name has begun to spring up more frequently in the discussion of vacant jobs. It’s clear the Spaniard’s tenure as Pep Guardiola’s number two has worked wonders for his credentials. Several Manchester City players have publicly spoken about their admiration for Arteta and the work he’s done on the training pitch for their careers.

More recently, the 37-year-old has been heavily linked with the Arsenal job, as Unai Emery’s time at the Emirates is rapidly coming to an end. For as much as he’s an Arsenal fan favourite, Arteta is an Everton legend. The former midfielder played more games for Everton than he did for any other team.

If Arteta has learnt just half of Guardiola’s expertise, he’ll be a great manager. It’s a matter of when not if in regards to the Spaniard’s managerial career beginning. Hopefully, Everton will be the first of many to take a chance on him.

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#2 Rafael Benitez

Benitez has won 13 major honours as a manager

Although he’s currently at work in China, Rafael Benitez would not say no to the opportunity to manage a club the size of Everton. The Spaniard is renowned around the English game for his astute tactics and ability to get results.

He truly is one of the most reliable managers in world football and that’s why his CV speaks for itself. The 55-year-old has overseen the likes of Real Madrid, Liverpool, Valencia, Chelsea, Napoli, Inter Milan and Newcastle United throughout his illustrious career.

A man of his vast experience would be the perfect candidate to steady the ship at Goodison Park. He also has the tactical know-how to compete with the top 6 teams and get into the European places. His arrival may demand a heftier wage packet than others, but he’s guaranteed to bring high pedigree and competitiveness.

#1 David Moyes

David Moyes has managed 6 clubs in his managerial career

How about a return home for the man that put the Toffees on the map? Since leaving Goodison Park for his dream job, things haven’t turned out too well for David Moyes. He’s been on the unemployment list since 2018 and many have called for his return during Everton’s tough time without him.

Since 2013, the Merseyside club has been managed by Roberto Martinez, David Unsworth, Ronald Koeman, Sam Allardyce, and of course, Marco Silva. None of those names has come close to replicating the legacy of the Scotsman.

As Everton manager, Moyes won 218 games out of 518 across an 11-year span. He’s a mainstay in Everton history and perhaps their best manager in recent times. He, more than anyone, probably regrets his decision to leave the Toffees, but owner Farhad Moshiri would definitely welcome him back with open arms.