[b]As has been spelled out once again, times are tough at Everton, but despite financial difficulties, they are unlikely to give up their spot among the top eight.[/b]
Everton chairman [b]Bill Kenwright[/b] didn't really need to appear in front of the cameras in mid- August to reveal the lack of financial muscle at the club, as the complete absence of activity at Goodison Park over the last three months had already spoken volumes.
However, his explanation of a position that sees them unable to spend any money, with banks no longer willing to lend, is a timely reminder of the increasingly difficult task facing[b] David Moyes[/b] to keep them in the top eight, and the fine job he has done to date staying there.
There is no shortage of quality in the squad with Tim Howard, Leighton...