FABRIZIO ROMANO: “Sean Dyche looks set to remain at the helm of Everton for the remainder of the season, despite ongoing speculation about his future”

Sean Dyche looks set to remain at the helm of Everton for the remainder of the season, despite ongoing speculation about his future. 

The Everton boss has faced mounting pressure as his team hovers just three points above the relegation zone. Yet, Dyche has also earned praise for notable performances against some of the Premier League’s top sides. Following the disappointing 2-0 loss to Nottingham Forest on Sunday (29 December), Dyche’s position at Goodison Park received an unexpected boost. 

### Conceição to AC Milan 
According to Fabrizio Romano (30 December), Everton’s reported managerial target, Sergio Conceição, has accepted the head coach position at AC Milan after rejecting several proposals from across Europe. The move eliminates a high-profile candidate to replace Dyche and could influence Everton’s ownership, The Friedkin Group (TFG), to maintain stability by sticking with their current manager until the end of the campaign. 

### Dyche’s Position Strengthens 
Back in November, TalkSPORT had reported that Conceição was among the leading contenders for the Everton job, with his progressive coaching style seen as a good fit for TFG’s vision of a modernized, competitive club. However, with the Portuguese manager now out of reach, Dyche’s strong results against Arsenal, Chelsea, and Manchester City could bolster his case to lead the club through the remainder of the season. 

While Everton’s loss to Nottingham Forest marked a setback, TFG is unlikely to make drastic changes midseason. The risk of disrupting the team during an intense relegation battle far outweighs any potential benefits of a managerial shake-up. 

### Alternative Options and Long-Term Planning 
There are still viable alternatives for the role, including former Brighton and Chelsea manager Graham Potter or even a sensational return for David Moyes. However, the timing for such a move seems to have passed. Dyche remains the most pragmatic choice to ensure Everton retains their Premier League status. 

Although he may not be the long-term solution to lead the Toffees into their new chapter at Bramley-Moore Dock, Dyche’s experience and steady hand could be exactly what the club needs to navigate the challenges of this season. For now, his focus will remain on keeping Everton afloat, with decisions about the future likely to be addressed in the summer.