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Mr Versatility ideally suited to Moyes’s squad

PHIL JAGIELKA would be the perfect signing for Everton – because he embodies the qualities that made their season a success. Read

Disappointment reveals depth of Moyes's ambition

THE fact that David Moyes was disappointed with his side ‘only’ getting a draw at Chelsea on Sunday shows just how high Everton are now setting their sights. Read

This time Everton will get it right in Europe

A FEW reasons why Everton fans shouldn’t have to worry about next year’s journey into Europe turning into the holiday from hell that the last one was. Read

Defeat tomorrow won’t be end of world for Everton

I KEEP hearing that tomorrow’s visit of Portsmouth is a must-win for Everton in their attempts to qualify for Europe. Read

Now could be a good time to face United

MANCHESTER UNITED will be looking at this weekend’s trip to Goodison and thinking: “That’s a heck of a tough game for us.” Read

Everton are keeping up the good work

I THINK this column has said the same thing about Everton for about the last eight weeks – and that’s a good thing. Read

Teamwork is key to Everton’s Euro push

EVERTON had a great start to this season and they’re looking good for a great finish. But there’s a key difference to the ending of the campaign compared to the beginning. Read

England must give AJ central role now

THIS is the week when Andrew Johnson should finally get he England recognition he deserves. Read

Moyes should be thanked for five years of stability

DAVID MOYES marks his fifth anniversary at Goodison Park this week – and in the context of the modern day Premiership his time in charge has to be deemed a success. Read

Europe still on despite Cahill injury

TIM CAHILL’S season-ending injury is obviously devastating for the lad – but I don’t think it will be for Everton’s hopes of getting into Europe. Read

Ambitious Moyes has raised bar at Everton

IF David Moyes is getting booed and there are calls for him to be sacked, then I really don’t know what Everton fans want. Read

Johnson can run Spurs ragged again

I WAS just thinking what a great time it was for Everton to play Spurs, who will be far too excited about the FA Cup to worry about Premiership points in tomorrow’s game at Goodison. Read

Missing Spain game actually increased Johnson’s stock

IT SAYS everything about the quality of England’s performance against Spain that Andrew Johnson’s stock has probably risen since the game – by not kicking a ball. Read

Hackett correct to defend Johnson

YOU have to applaud referee’s chief Keith Hackett for addressing the Andrew Johnson situation. Read

Everton box clever with Hollywood movie star's visit

WE send the Americans Beckham, they send us Sly Stallone - I think we got the better deal. Read

Cup exit gives Everton season the blues

BOTH Merseyside clubs already out of the FA Cup - and both have to say that on the day they were beaten by the better team. Read

Hypocritical Jose should know when to shut up

IT'S almost getting to the point where there's no need to respond to Jose Mourinho any more. Read

Loan deals best option for Moyes

MANAGER David Moyes needs to bolster his squad numbers for the rest of the season - and I think a couple of loan deals is the right way to go. Read

Grounds for optimism at Goodison move

EVERTON have taken the first steps towards their proposed move to a new stadium in Kirkby - and again the supporters will be hoping a break with tradition will prove to be in the best interests of the club. Read

Beattie has stated case with display

EVERTON might have a lot of players missing at the moment - but up front there's a really healthy competition for places developing. Read