Dyche backed by Friedkin Group but accepts Everton results must improve

Sean Dyche knows he needs to improve Everton’s results to have a long-term future at the club. Photograph: Darren Staples/AFP/Getty Images

Sean Dyche said he received the Friedkin Group’s backing in his first meeting with Everton’s new owners but admits he must deliver an improved second half of the season to remain part of their long-term plans.

The Everton manager met the club’s new executive chairman, Marc Watts, on Friday following the completion of TFG’s takeover the previous day. Watts spent approximately 45 minutes with Dyche and addressed the entire playing squad while on a tour of the facilities at the club’s Finch Farm training ground. He will be among TFG’s representatives at Everton’s home game against Chelsea on Sunday.