Everton news ronald koeman
A blast from the past! Ronald Koeman was the manager of Everton Football Club from July 2016 to October 2017. Here are some news articles and updates related to his tenure at the club:
Appointed as Manager
- July 2016: Ronald Koeman appointed as Everton manager on a three-year contract (Source: BBC Sport)
- Koeman said: "I'm excited to be joining Everton, a club with a great history and a passionate fan base. I'm looking forward to working with the players and staff to achieve success." (Source: Everton FC)
Early Success
- August 2016: Koeman's first game in charge ended in a 1-1 draw against Tottenham Hotspur (Source: BBC Sport)
- September 2016: Everton won their first three games under Koeman, including a 3-0 victory over Sunderland (Source: ESPN)
Transfer Activity
- June 2017: Koeman signed Jordan Pickford, Michael Keane, and Davy Klaassen, among others, in a busy transfer window (Source: Sky Sports)
- August 2017: Koeman sold Romelu Lukaku to Manchester United for a reported £75 million (Source: BBC Sport)
Tensions and Departure
- October 2017: Koeman's future at the club was uncertain after a 5-2 defeat to Arsenal (Source: The Guardian)
- October 25, 2017: Koeman was sacked as Everton manager, with the club sitting 18th in the Premier League table (Source: BBC Sport)
- Koeman said: "I'm disappointed, but I understand the decision. I wish the club all the best for the future." (Source: Everton FC)
Post-Departure
- November 2017: Sam Allardyce was appointed as Koeman's replacement (Source: BBC Sport)
- January 2018: Koeman was linked with a return to his former club, Feyenoord, but ultimately stayed out of management (Source: The Telegraph)
These are just a few highlights from Ronald Koeman's time as Everton manager. His departure was met with mixed reactions from fans, with some feeling he was unfairly treated and others relieved to see him go.