Everton lose to Stoke as Moyes weighs options

Everton face fresh Iliman Ndiaye speculation after a £70m claim and Al Hilal interest, with his long-term future at Goodison under scrutiny.
Everton are interested in free agent Takehiro Tomiyasu, but Crystal Palace lead the race after inviting the versatile defender to train in pre-season.
Everton lost 1-0 to Stoke in their third pre-season friendly, with Hayden Hackney showing qualities the Blues have lacked and Tyrique George pressing his case to David Moyes.
Everton may have a clearer run at Jack Grealish after Manchester City’s decision, with the winger’s next move coming into focus.
A running list of Everton’s completed 2026/27 transfers and confirmed signings, plus the club’s record buys and sales.
Middlesbrough are in talks with Everton over a Mark Travers loan, with the goalkeeper seeking regular football and Boro’s move potentially affecting Radek Vitek.
Xabi Alonso’s latest view on Liam Delap leaves the forward’s Chelsea future unclear, after Everton and David Moyes previously tried to bring him in last year.
Everton are among clubs tracking Nathan Zézé as the FC Neom defender considers a Saudi exit. No talks have opened, with Bournemouth, Crystal Palace and Inter also interested.
Steven Naismith says David Moyes leaving Everton for Scotland is 'unlikely' as he leads a major rebuild, though he expects him to take the job one day.
Jack Grealish, who spent last season on loan at Everton, was left out of Manchester City's Asia tour as he recovers. Everton are aware of his situation, while Kalvin Phillips nears a loan to Sheffield United.
Everton faced Stoke City in a pre-season friendly as David Moyes’ side took another step towards Premier League readiness.