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Dyche insists Everton takeover will not affect him or players
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Sean Dyche is not getting distracted ahead of Sunday's home clash with Arsenal
Sean Dyche is not getting distracted ahead of Sunday's home clash with Arsenal

Everton boss Sean Dyche insists 777 Partners' takeover of the club will have no immediate effect on him or the players.

The Miami-based investment firm completed their purchase of Farhad Moshiri's 94.1% ownership of the club on Friday.

Dyche said: "There's no impact on me or the players other than the news. As the manager I was aware something maybe happening.

"I know there are ongoing checks from the Premier League and the like so that will take some time.

"The noise has been there for a long time, I think people have got used to it. It's not that big a deal to myself or the players.

"I think they are used to it. Probably since before I was here there has been noise about everything.

"Ever since I've been here there have not been many press conferences I've done which have been purely about football.

"It doesn't affect the fact we are prepping for the game against Arsenal [on Sunday]. That continues regardless of what is going on at the top of the club."

After confirming the takeover, Moshiri said: "I have been open about the need to bring in new investment and complete the financing for our iconic new stadium at Bramley-Moore Dock, on the banks of the Mersey, which I have predominantly financed to date. 

"I have spoken to a number of parties and considered some strong potential opportunities. 

"However, it is through my lengthy discussions with 777 that I believe they are the best partners to take our great club forward, with all the benefits of their multi-club investment model.

"As a result of this agreement, we have an experienced and well-connected investor in football clubs who will help maximise the commercial opportunities, and we have secured the complete financing for our new stadium, which will be the critical element in the future success of Everton.

"Today is an important next step in the successful development of Everton and I look forward to closely following as our club goes from strength to strength."

Everton's new owners have already invested in a number of football clubs around the world, including Hertha Berlin in Germany, Standard Liege of Belgium and Brazilian outfit Vasco de Gama.

The American firm also hold a share in LaLiga giants Sevilla but have faced protests from fans of teams they are involved in — the most recent example being Liege.

On the Toffees' new era, 777 Partners' founder Josh Wander said: "We are truly humbled by the opportunity to become part of the Everton family as custodians of the club, and consider it a privilege to be able to build on its proud heritage and values.

"Our primary objective is to work with fans and stakeholders to develop the sporting and commercial infrastructure for the men’s and women’s teams that will deliver results for future generations of Everton supporters."

Everton have confirmed that the sale will close in the fourth quarter of 2023 and remains subject to regulatory approval, including from the Premier League, the Football Association, and the Financial Conduct Authority.

Moshiri has also written an open letter to his fellow shareholders explaining why he has sanctioned the takeover.

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