Everton’s search for a new manager continues after the sacking of Frank Lampard.
The Blues parted company with the 44-year-old on Monday afternoon, just days after the club’s defeat to West Ham in the Premier League. Everton are now in 19th place in the table and only above bottom spot due to a superior goal difference to Southampton.
Ever since the decision was made to sack Lampard, rumours have been circulating over who Everton could turn to next. A whole host of names have been reported, including the likes of Marcelo Bielsa, Sean Dyche, Marcelino, Thomas Frank, Ralph Hasenhuttl and even Mauricio Pochettino.
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Here, we take a look at the latest reports from the national media and who is saying what when it comes to Everton’s next manager.
Mauricio Pochettino 'ambitious attempt’ by Everton
Everton reportedly made contact with Mauricio Pochettino over becoming the club’s new manager.
According to the Mail Online, the Blues made an “ambitious attempt” to see if Pochettino would be interested in taking over at Goodison Park.
It’s been claimed that Everton made a call during the World Cup to the former Tottenham boss, but it does not say what the answer was.
Marcelo Bielsa is ‘top target’ for Everton
According to The Times, Bielsa is Everton’s preferred target to succeed Lampard at the club.
It has been claimed that Bielsa is viewed by figures at Everton as an inspirational figure that could help inspire a change in fortunes this season.
The report adds that it’s believed Bielsa would be interested in the challenge of taking charge of Everton, but a decision on an appointment would need to be made by the club’s board of directors.
Marcelo Bielsa ‘one of three candidates’ for Everton
According to The Telegraph, a list of potential candidates have been drawn up by Everton.
The report states that Bielsa, Ralph Hasenhuttl and West Brom boss Carlos Corberan have admirers from within Everton.
However, the article still states that Bielsa is the leading candidate to replace Lampard in the Goodison hotseat.
Everton have ‘three options’ for next manager
According to journalist Rob Palmer, there are three options currently available to Everton for their next manager.
It has been claimed that Bielsa, Dyche and former Valencia and Athletic Bilbao boss Marcelino are in the frame.
The report does not go into detail on who, if any, is leading the race to become Everton’s next manager, but explains that all three could be considered for the job.
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