In a recent blog post dated March 4, Keys shared his thoughts, highlighting his satisfaction with West Ham’s victory under Moyes and advocating for the Irons’ manager to be offered a new deal. He pointed to Everton’s ongoing struggles as a testament to Moyes’ significant impact and success during his tenure at Goodison Park, suggesting that Everton fans miss the stability and achievements of that era.
Keys remarked, “It’s somewhat painful to watch Everton struggle, but West Ham’s ascent to 7th place under Moyes is commendable. The question arises: why hasn’t West Ham secured Moyes with a new contract yet? Moyes has ushered in an unprecedented era of success for the club, a fact made even more poignant by his recent victory over Everton. The contrast between then and now, especially under Moyes’ guidance, is stark, and West Ham and its supporters should take note.”
The blog post also touched on the broader sentiment among Everton supporters, many of whom yearn for the stability and success of Moyes’ era, especially given the turmoil that has followed Farhad Moshiri’s investment in the club.
Keys suggests that current manager Sean Dyche faces a similar uphill battle at Everton, dealing with the club’s challenges but doing commendably under the circumstances. He drew parallels between criticisms of Dyche’s and Moyes’ tactical approaches, noting the difficulty of achieving high-level performance given the modest investment in Everton’s squad relative to the exponential increase in spending across the Premier League fueled by lucrative TV deals.
Furthermore, Keys pointed out factors beyond Dyche’s control, such as exceptional performances from visiting goalkeepers at Goodison Park and his players’ missed opportunities, as well as external factors influencing the club’s standing that extend beyond the pitch.
