'It's very bad news' - Stefan Borson reacts to Everton owners development

The Friedkin Group have some major concerns as their fallout with the Everton supporters continues at the Hill Dickinson Stadium.

That is according to former Manchester City financial adviser Stefan Borson, who exclusively told Football Insider that the "fan-versus-owner" situation is a big red flag.

TFG had already caused frustration with a lack of investment during the summer transfer window, with David Moyes asking for more players.

Then, just days after the transfer window slammed shut, it emerged that the owners were seeking new investment after just 21 months in charge.

Understandably, the news has sparked concerns amongst the fanbase about the potential of a full sale already, and supporters are expressing their fears.

Ahead of the Toffees' clash with Tottenham Hotspur on Saturday, 12 September, fans are implementing the 'Not a Pound in the Ground' protest.

Everton protests are 'very bad news' for TFG

Supporters are hitting back by not purchasing food, drink or merchandise, voicing their frustrations in a financial way for the owners to notice.

Speaking exclusively to Football Insider, Borson said: "It's just a bad sign, given it's so early on in the ownership time period.

"I think it's just very bad news generally that there's already a fallout of fan-versus-owner, when really what you need is the stability over a long period to allow the club to recover.

"I don't think a protest and starving the club of that revenue is ultimately going to do much good. If there is a sale process, the Friedkins will do want to sell at least part.

"I don't see the benefit in having effectively a tense situation in the ground. To me, that doesn't seem to achieve very much.

"It would seem to me that the best thing would be for the numbers to work and for the deal to happen and for a supportive either minority or new buyer to come along.

"I suspect it won't really be that effective anyway. And people will spend money and it'll only be a minority that won't. But it's not a good sign. Certainly not at this stage of the ownership."

Will David Moyes walk away from Everton?

The whole situation has sparked questions over the manager's future, especially after he was left high and dry during the transfer window.

Although Ainsley Maitland-Niles has solved Everton's right-back crisis for the next 12 months, barring any injuries, there is not enough quality in the squad.

TFG have expressed their desire to get the Toffees back into Europe, but their lack of investment during the summer told a completely different story.

With their other club, AS Roma, now competing in the Champions League, it would not be a surprise to see their full focus on the Italian giants this season.