‘Everton CEO confirmation imminent after Angus Kinnear links at Leeds United’
Everton are set to make an imminent announcement on their new CEO with Leeds United’s Angus Kinnear heavily linked to the role, according to The i Paper.
The 47-year-old has been at Elland Road since 2017, having experienced successful spells with West Ham and Arsenal in the Premier League before switching to the Yorkshire club.
Over a decade at the Emirates Stadium alone has seen him become a rather sought-after figure by those at Goodison Park as The Friedkin Group’s [TFG] era kicks off at Everton.
Despite 49ers Enterprises’ takeover at Leeds, he managed to keep his role at Elland Road but is now being targeted for the CEO role under the Toffees’ new owners.
Everton to confirm new CEO imminently as TFG urgent to kickstart new era
According to i News [6 March], with performances on the pitch already beginning to stabilise, there is a sense of urgency at Goodison Park to begin the rebuild as soon as possible.
It is understood, that with Kinnear in seemingly line for a key role under TFG, confirmation of the decision could be made before the end of the week, marking an exciting time for the Toffees.
Attention will now likely turn to Everton financing a Bramley-Moore Dock Stadium agreement, which will help lay new foundations for the pitch, metaphorically, for David Moyes.
| Premier League standings | Points |
| 15. West Ham | 33 |
| 16. Everton | 32 |
| 17. Wolves | 22 |
| 18. Ipswich Town | 17 |
David Moyes set to receive important backing ahead of Bramley-Moore Dock Stadium move
Football Insider verdict
The Friedkins could make several high-profile changes at Everton, with Kevin Thelwell’s exit likely to be the first of many exits once the 2024/25 campaign comes to an end.
Excitement has been building ever since Moyes’ appointment in January, and while change can be extremely scary, it should all work out under the new owners after getting rid of Farhad Moshiri.
The Toffees have moved 15 points clear of the Premier League relegation zone, so falling to the Championship is no longer a concern, meaning plans can start to be put in place for next season.
It seems that Kinnear, with all his years of knowledge and experience, will be one of the figures leading Everton into this new, exciting era, though fans will have to wait until an official announcement is made.