Alan Kelly is leaving his position as senior first-team goalkeeping coach at Everton, as confirmed by the Premier League club. Kelly, 56, who had previously played for Sheffield United and the Republic of Ireland, joined Everton in 2017 and was promoted to his senior role in December 2019.
Kelly expressed his gratitude, saying, “I’ve had the pleasure of working with many talented goalkeepers from the academy to the first team and I sincerely thank them all for their attitude, hard work, and trust. I loved every minute out on the training pitch with you and that bond will be there for a lifetime. I would like to wish the players, fans, and the club the very best of luck for the future.”
Here’s a summary of the outlook for the upcoming season:
League Finish Prediction:
The fan base is optimistic going into this season, thanks to a solid start in the transfer market and a more balanced squad. If the remaining positions are filled effectively and fringe players are moved on, a mid-table finish is expected, with a prediction of 11th place.
Best Signing:
Jesper Lindstrom, a loan signing, is seen as the most exciting addition. After a challenging season in Italy, he’s expected to impress and provide the pace and creativity the team needs, especially if he performs as well as he did at Eintracht Frankfurt.
Expectations from the Manager:
Sean Dyche is hoped to have a relatively stress-free season, focusing solely on football management rather than dealing with off-field issues and pressure.
Breakout Star:
Tim Iroegbunam, a new signing, has impressed during pre-season. He is anticipated to secure significant playing time and could be a standout performer.
Major Concern:
Off-field uncertainty remains a significant issue. The failed takeover by the Friedkin Group has left the club in a state of limbo, and addressing this instability is crucial for the club’s progress.
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