Everton are projected to finish 10th in the Premier League for the 2026-27 season, according to an average of Guardian writers' predictions. This forecast comes after the club ended last season in 13th place, a position they also held the previous campaign.
The team experienced a significant downturn at the end of last season, failing to secure a single victory after 21 March. This collapse saw them drop from three points off a Champions League qualification spot to their eventual 13th-place finish.
Off the pitch, Everton is appealing a Premier League independent disciplinary commission's order to pay almost £40m in compensation to Burnley, related to Burnley's 2021-22 relegation. The club is also appealing the largest financial penalty ever imposed on a Premier League club, though they claim these issues have not impacted their summer transfer plans.
Manager David Moyes, who turns 64 in April, faces scrutiny after the team's late-season performance. While the Friedkin Group ownership has brought financial stability, some season ticket holders have seen price increases of almost 10%.
New signing Brennan Johnson, acquired from Tottenham after a stint at Crystal Palace, is seen as a potential key player. Everton also invested heavily in England Under-21 international Tyler Dibling last summer, who had a disappointing debut season.