Leighton Baines and Seamus Coleman are set to take charge of tonight’s FA Cup third round tie against Peterborough

Everton have parted company with Sean Dyche just hours before their FA Cup tie against Peterborough at Goodison Park.

Sean Dyche has been sacked as manager of Everton, the club confirmed on Thursday. Dyche took over from Frank Lampard in 2023 and, while he steered Everton from relegation in back-to-back seasons amid financial strife, a combination of poor form and an uninspiring style of football has seen the Merseyside outfit act.

Everton have sacked Sean Dyche after two years in charge, leaving the Toffees 16th in the Premier League and one point above the relegation zone. Dyche’s job has been under threat since last month’s takeover by The Friedkin Group,

With the manager under increasing pressure a pivotal January awaits for Everton and their new owners. Neither can afford any false steps

Sean Dyche, the Everton manager, has said he would be surprised if the club’s new owners are not considering replacing him as he vowed to fight to save his job.

Everton manager Sean Dyche said Tuesday he understands the Toffees' new owners may be considering his position as he battles to preserve the club's Premier League status.

Everton manager Sean Dyche says he has “no problem” with the club’s new owner making a succession plan for his departure. Dyche said in December he was “not worried” about his Goodison Park future after The Friedkin Group (TFG) completed their long-awaited takeover of the club.