Supporters have been venting their strong feelings on social media after high-profile departures from the Everton boardroom were confirmed by the club.
As reported, three board members have stepped down with immediate effect; with a further statement to follow with regards to interim appointments. An update on under-fire Everton chairman Bill Kenwright is also expected to come within the next 48 hours.
Amid ongoing takeover interest, the Everton hierarchy have come under increased pressure and scrutiny after the club were dragged into a Premier League relegation scrap for the second consecutive season. However, with three important points on the final day, Sean Dyche and his players, ultimately, survived.
Off the pitch, meanwhile, an announcement made on Monday afternoon confirmed that Denise Barrett-Baxendale (CEO), Grant Ingles (chief finance and strategy officer) and non-executive director Graeme Sharp will leave the club, after helping to prepare for the transition of a new board.
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Part of a statement from the departing directors read: "We have all been fully committed during our time here and are disappointed to have made the decision to leave Everton. We have worked tirelessly alongside our chairman in what has been a challenging period to deliver some of the most significant projects over Everton's history - projects that will safeguard and sustain the commercial future of the club for generations to come.
"It has been an honour and a privilege to serve as directors. We would like to thank everyone who has supported us during our time here. We wish the club we have loved to serve every success in the future."
Everton chairman Kenwright, 77, continued: "This has been a great board who have all worked tirelessly for the club - no matter what the circumstances. My relationship with Denise has been known as one of the closest in football. I thank her for her many achievements, particularly her magnificent work in respect of our new stadium."
Naturally, there has been a heavy-handed response from Everton supporters on social media, and beyond. Here are a selection of comments on the statement as taken from Twitter;
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