'Hopefully the start of a brave new dawn'

At last! The day we feared we'd never see has arrived.

The significance of the takeover of the club by The Friedkin Group should not be underestimated. It's huge and a source of immense relief to all Evertonians.

Even writing this now it doesn't feel real that we've got another opportunity to reset and build our football club up once again.

The incredible stress and anxiety of the last few seasons has been immensely trying for everyone associated with the club.

There's a lot of work to do. That goes without saying. Board changes are already confirmed with more to come.

The immediate challenge is to ensure our Premier League status.

The Friedkin Group's purchase of the club can hopefully have a positive impact on the impending transfer window.

One major hurdle in recent windows has been how we have had to construct transfer deals, with low down payments a hurdle we have barely overcome.

This is something that has constrained us and will no longer be an issue going into January.

Sean Dyche's future will certainly be on the agenda but it appears he's bought himself time after the last two results.

I'm sure the new owner will want to take stock in the early weeks. Obviously, if things don't steadily improve on the pitch, then a decision will have to be made sooner rather than later.

For today at least, we can enjoy what is hopefully the start of a brave new dawn for our football club.

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