Rafael Benitez
![Everton's Lucas Digne in action, October 23, 2021 Everton's Lucas Digne in action, October 23, 2021](https://sm.imgix.net/21/51/lucas-digne.jpg?w=87&h=65&auto=compress,format&fit=clip)
Leicester City and Newcastle United enter the race for Everton's Lucas Digne?
Both Newcastle United and Leicester City are in the race to sign Everton full-back Lucas Digne, according to a report.
Dec 20, 10:32
![Everton's Lucas Digne in action, October 23, 2021 Everton's Lucas Digne in action, October 23, 2021](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Crystal Palace interested in signing Everton's Lucas Digne?
Crystal Palace are interested in signing Everton full-back Lucas Digne in the upcoming January transfer market, according to a report.
Dec 19, 12:36
![Georgia's Khvicha Kvaratskhelia celebrates scoring against Spain on March 28, 2021 Georgia's Khvicha Kvaratskhelia celebrates scoring against Spain on March 28, 2021](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
West Ham United, Everton to battle for Rubin Kazan's Georgian starlet?
Premier League duo West Ham United and Everton are reportedly interested in signing Rubin Kazan winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia ahead of the January transfer window.
Dec 17, 21:23
![Norwich City's Max Aarons react, December 14th, 2021 Norwich City's Max Aarons react, December 14th, 2021](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Everton showing interest in Norwich City defender Max Aarons?
Everton are reportedly interested in signing Norwich City full-back Max Aarons as Rafael Benitez looks to bolster his defensive options.
Dec 17, 10:16
![Manchester City's Kevin De Bruyne celebrates scoring their third goal on December 14, 2021 Manchester City's Kevin De Bruyne celebrates scoring their third goal on December 14, 2021](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Premier League Team of the Week - Kevin De Bruyne, Trent Alexander-Arnold, Phil Foden
Sports Mole selects its Premier League Team of the Week for gameweek 17, including six Manchester City players and Liverpool's Trent Alexander-Arnold.
Dec 17, 07:24
![Derby County's Tom Lawrence celebrates scoring their first goal with teammates on October 19, 2021 Derby County's Tom Lawrence celebrates scoring their first goal with teammates on October 19, 2021](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Cardiff City vs. Derby County - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Championship clash between Cardiff City and Derby County, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Dec 16, 13:39
![General view of Chelsea's Stamford Bridge taken April 2018 General view of Chelsea's Stamford Bridge taken April 2018](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Three more Chelsea players 'test positive for coronavirus ahead of Everton game'
Chelsea see three more of their players test positive for coronavirus ahead of Thursday's clash with Everton at Stamford Bridge, according to a report.
Dec 16, 12:13
![Chelsea's Reece James celebrates scoring their second goal with teammates on November 23, 2021 Chelsea's Reece James celebrates scoring their second goal with teammates on November 23, 2021](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Team News: Chelsea vs. Everton injury, suspension list, predicted XIs
Sports Mole rounds up all of the latest injury and suspension news ahead of Thursday's Premier League clash between Chelsea and Everton.
Dec 15, 19:45
![Derby County manager Wayne Rooney on October 19, 2021 Derby County manager Wayne Rooney on October 19, 2021](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Everton 'eyeing Wayne Rooney as Rafael Benitez replacement'
Everton could appoint Derby County boss Wayne Rooney as a replacement for Rafael Benitez, according to a report.
Dec 15, 09:34
![Everton's Andros Townsend applauds fans after the match, December 12, 2021 Everton's Andros Townsend applauds fans after the match, December 12, 2021](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Everton hit by Richarlison, Andros Townsend injury blows
Everton have two fresh injuries to add to their list with Richarlison and Andros Townsend both confirmed to be out of action, ruling them out of the Chelsea match.
Dec 15, 08:15
![A disappointed Thomas Tuchel during Chelsea's defeat to West Ham United on December 4, 2021. A disappointed Thomas Tuchel during Chelsea's defeat to West Ham United on December 4, 2021.](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Chelsea vs. Everton - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Thursday's Premier League clash between Chelsea and Everton, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Dec 14, 14:49
![Everton's Richarlison with manager Rafael Benitez after being substituted, December 12, 2021 Everton's Richarlison with manager Rafael Benitez after being substituted, December 12, 2021](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Rafael Benitez defends Richarlison substitution after Everton boos
Everton boss Rafael Benitez defends his decision to substitute Richarlison against Crystal Palace despite boos from the fans.
Dec 13, 22:33
![Fernando Torres celebrates scoring the first goal for Liverpool with Steven Gerrard against Inter Milan in 2008 Fernando Torres celebrates scoring the first goal for Liverpool with Steven Gerrard against Inter Milan in 2008](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
A closer look at Liverpool's previous meetings with Inter Milan
Ahead of their Champions League last-16 battle, Sports Mole takes a closer look at Liverpool's previous meetings with Inter Milan.
Dec 13, 15:12
![Everton's Yerry Mina receives medical attention after sustaining an injury, December 6, 2021 Everton's Yerry Mina receives medical attention after sustaining an injury, December 6, 2021](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Rafael Benitez confirms Yerry Mina injury
Rafael Benitez has provided an injury update on Yerry Mina ahead of the Crystal Palace fixture.
Dec 12, 14:31
![Manchester United attacker Anthony Martial pictured in August 2021 Manchester United attacker Anthony Martial pictured in August 2021](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Everton 'join the race for Manchester United's Anthony Martial'
Everton weigh up a January move for Manchester United attacker Anthony Martial, according to a report.
Dec 12, 09:12
![Crystal Palace manager Patrick Vieira pictured on October 18, 2021 Crystal Palace manager Patrick Vieira pictured on October 18, 2021](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Crystal Palace vs. Everton - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Premier League clash between Crystal Palace and Everton, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Dec 10, 12:30
![Everton's Demarai Gray celebrates scoring their second goal with Seamus Coleman on December 6, 2021 Everton's Demarai Gray celebrates scoring their second goal with Seamus Coleman on December 6, 2021](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Watch: Everton's Demarai Gray scores stunner to down Arsenal
Watch Everton winger Demarai Gray score a stunning long-range winner in injury time as the Toffees end their eight-game winless run at Arsenal's expense.
Dec 6, 22:12
![Leicester City manager Brendan Rodgers celebrates after the match, November 25, 2021 Leicester City manager Brendan Rodgers celebrates after the match, November 25, 2021](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Danny Murphy urges Manchester United to move for Rodgers ahead of Pochettino
Ex-Liverpool midfielder Danny Murphy urges Manchester United to move for Leicester City's Brendan Rodgers ahead of Paris Saint-Germain's Mauricio Pochettino.
Dec 6, 12:58
![Roma coach Jose Mourinho reacts on November 25, 2021 Roma coach Jose Mourinho reacts on November 25, 2021](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Everton 'considering Jose Mourinho as Rafael Benitez replacement'
Everton could move for Roma boss Jose Mourinho as a replacement for Rafael Benitez, according to a report.
Dec 5, 14:34
![Jordan Pickford celebrates England's equaliser against Denmark on July 7, 2021 Jordan Pickford celebrates England's equaliser against Denmark on July 7, 2021](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Everton 'open to selling Jordan Pickford amid Tottenham Hotspur links'
Everton are willing to sell goalkeeper Jordan Pickford amid interest from Tottenham Hotspur, according to a report.
Dec 5, 09:35
![Everton's Jarrad Branthwaite during the warm up before the match Everton's Jarrad Branthwaite during the warm up before the match](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Jarrad Branthwaite set for new four-year Everton contract?
Everton are reportedly set to offer Jarrad Branthwaite a new long-term contract in order to secure his future.
Dec 4, 21:15
![Everton manager Rafael Benitez, December 1, 2021 Everton manager Rafael Benitez, December 1, 2021](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Everton 'call emergency board meeting to discuss Rafael Benitez future'
Everton have reportedly held an emergency board meeting this weekend to discuss the future of Rafael Benitez.
Dec 4, 20:49
![Zenit Saint Petersburg's Sardar Azmoun celebrates their first goal, November 2, 2021 Zenit Saint Petersburg's Sardar Azmoun celebrates their first goal, November 2, 2021](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Everton interested in Sardar Azmoun?
Everton are reportedly set to try and sign Sardar Azmoun in the upcoming January transfer market.
Dec 4, 19:44
![Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta pictured in November 2021 Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta pictured in November 2021](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Everton vs. Arsenal - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Monday's Premier League clash between Everton and Arsenal, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Dec 4, 10:58
![Liverpool's Mohamed Salah celebrates scoring their third goal on December 1, 2021 Liverpool's Mohamed Salah celebrates scoring their third goal on December 1, 2021](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Premier League Team of the Week - Cristiano Ronaldo, Mohamed Salah, Bruno Fernandes
Sports Mole selects its Premier League Team of the Week for gameweek 14, including Cristiano Ronaldo, Mohamed Salah and Bruno Fernandes.
Dec 3, 13:57
![Everton manager Rafael Benitez, December 1, 2021 Everton manager Rafael Benitez, December 1, 2021](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Everton owner rules out sacking Rafael Benitez
Everton owner Farhad Moshiri has ruled out the possibility of firing Rafael Benitez amid their results recently.
Dec 2, 23:57
![Liverpool's Mohamed Salah celebrates scoring their second goal with teammates on December 1, 2021 Liverpool's Mohamed Salah celebrates scoring their second goal with teammates on December 1, 2021](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Wolverhampton Wanderers vs. Liverpool - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Premier League clash between Wolverhampton Wanderers and Liverpool, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Dec 2, 10:58
![Everton manager Rafael Benitez, November 7, 2021 Everton manager Rafael Benitez, November 7, 2021](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Rafael Benitez's managerial record against Liverpool
Sports Mole takes a detailed look at Rafael Benitez's managerial history against Liverpool ahead of the Merseyside Derby.
Dec 1, 09:30
![Liverpool's Virgil van Dijk celebrates scoring their fourth goal against Southampton in the Premier League on November 27, 2021 Liverpool's Virgil van Dijk celebrates scoring their fourth goal against Southampton in the Premier League on November 27, 2021](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Team News: Everton vs. Liverpool injury, suspension list, predicted XIs
Sports Mole rounds up all of the latest injury and suspension news ahead of Wednesday's Premier League clash between Everton and Liverpool.
Nov 30, 20:15
![Tottenham Hotspur manager Antonio Conte reacts on November 25, 2021 Tottenham Hotspur manager Antonio Conte reacts on November 25, 2021](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Tottenham Hotspur vs. Brentford - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Thursday's Premier League clash between Tottenham Hotspur and Brentford, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Nov 30, 12:09
![Liverpool's Virgil van Dijk celebrates scoring their fourth goal against Southampton in the Premier League on November 27, 2021 Liverpool's Virgil van Dijk celebrates scoring their fourth goal against Southampton in the Premier League on November 27, 2021](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Everton vs. Liverpool - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's Premier League clash between Everton and Liverpool, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Nov 29, 14:28
![Everton's Andros Townsend applauds fans after the match, November 1, 2021 Everton's Andros Townsend applauds fans after the match, November 1, 2021](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
How Everton could line up against Brentford
Sports Mole takes a look at the potential starting lineup for Everton this weekend as they face Brentford in the Premier League.
Nov 27, 10:17
![Brentford manager Thomas Frank applauds fans after the match, November 6, 2021 Brentford manager Thomas Frank applauds fans after the match, November 6, 2021](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Brentford vs. Everton - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Premier League clash between Brentford and Everton, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Nov 26, 16:45
![Everton's Allan reacts, November 21, 2021 Everton's Allan reacts, November 21, 2021](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Everton set to be without Allan against Brentford?
Everton reportedly have another injury concern to consider this week, with a report claiming that Allan might be unavailable on Sunday due to a muscle problem.
Nov 25, 19:04
![Everton's Demarai Gray in action with Manchester City's Rodri, November 21, 2021 Everton's Demarai Gray in action with Manchester City's Rodri, November 21, 2021](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Demarai Gray could be back 'sooner than expected'
Demarai Gray is reportedly set to be available sooner than was first expected for Everton.
Nov 24, 23:30
![Arsenal's Calum Chambers reacts, April 23, 2021 Arsenal's Calum Chambers reacts, April 23, 2021](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Arsenal's Calum Chambers wanted by Everton?
Everton are reportedly considering a January transfer for Arsenal full-back Calum Chambers in order to bolster their defensive options.
Nov 24, 10:15
![Everton's Yerry Mina celebrates scoring a goal before it is disallowed following a referral to VAR, October 2, 2021 Everton's Yerry Mina celebrates scoring a goal before it is disallowed following a referral to VAR, October 2, 2021](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Everton's Yerry Mina close to returning from injury?
Yerry Mina is reportedly set to make his return from injury in the near future, bolstering Everton's defensive options.
Nov 22, 14:03
![Everton's Demarai Gray receives medical attention after sustaining an injury Everton's Demarai Gray receives medical attention after sustaining an injury](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Everton's Demarai Gray suffers injury against Manchester City
Demarai Gray had to be replaced in the first half against Manchester City due to an injury.
Nov 21, 14:57
![Everton's Tom Davies in action with Tottenham Hotspur's Emerson, November 7, 2021 Everton's Tom Davies in action with Tottenham Hotspur's Emerson, November 7, 2021](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Tom Davies to miss Manchester City clash with injury
Tom Davies will be unavailable for Everton this weekend when they face Manchester City due to a knee injury he has sustained.
Nov 20, 14:46
![Everton's Dominic Calvert-Lewin, August 21, 2021 Everton's Dominic Calvert-Lewin, August 21, 2021](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Dominic Calvert-Lewin set to miss the Merseyside derby
Dominic Calvert-Lewin has been dealt a further injury blow that is going to keep him out of the upcoming Merseyside derby.
Nov 20, 13:18