Everton, a giant of English football, are on the brink of Premier League relegation — this is how they got here, and where they're headed next

Everton find themselves divided, financially frought but somehow still fighting. (Getty images/ABC Sport)

Blue smoke will tonight rise from the depths of Goodison Park, one of the most storied and significant grounds in all of football, to signal an ending.

Exactly what it is that ends will be up to the players and coaches of Everton Football Club.