David Moyes' future as Everton manager is uncertain with his contract set to expire at the end of the season, and a potential move to Celtic has been raised as a possibility. The 63-year-old's situation comes as his team sits eighth in the Premier League with 10 points from seven games, having recorded two wins, four draws and one loss.
Mick Brown, a former scout who worked with Moyes at West Ham, has commented on the speculation. "There's still a lot that has to happen before we can talk about David Moyes leaving Everton," Brown said. Initial talks over a new contract were held during the summer but have not yet reached a conclusion.
Brown's remarks highlight the possibility that the Celtic job, should it become available, could interest Moyes. The Everton boss began his playing career at Parkhead. With Martin O'Neill on an initial one-year deal at Celtic, the Scottish champions may be seeking a new manager next season, creating a potential vacancy.
Everton's current context
Everton's form has been mixed, with a 2-0 home defeat to Chelsea last time out on Saturday 17 October. Their recent sequence reads two wins, two draws and one loss from the last five matches, following results that included a 2-2 draw at Hull City on 11 October and a 1-0 win over Ipswich on 19 September. They face a tough test next, travelling to face second-placed Arsenal on Saturday 24 October. The club's current league position and fixtures ahead will be a key factor in any decision-making.
The team has scored eight goals this season, conceding seven for a goal difference of plus one, with T. Barry leading the way with three. Their next challenge at the Emirates comes as they sit 11 points behind leaders Manchester City. The unresolved nature of Moyes' contract talks means his long-term future remains an open question as the season progresses.
This story first appeared at Daily Record Football
