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David Moyes probably doesn’t get enough credit for keeping Everton around a European spot this season. There is now a possibility that the Toffees could continue to operate in Europe despite potential regulatory concerns.

Friedkins’ other club – AS Roma – also finds itself in the race for Europe. At one point, they were sitting well inside the top four and were confident of a return to the Champions League. However, they have slipped to sixth place in the table.

Roma are three points clear of fourth-place Como and find themselves in a Europa League or Conference League spot.

As things stand, both clubs owned by the Friedkins are in similar positions. There is every possibility that they may play in Europe next season.

This is now becoming a cause for concern but Everton could be in for some help.

The case will be assessed by UEFA

La Repubblica – relayed by romannewsNote that if Roma and Everton qualify for the same UEFA competition, one of them must be relegated.

This is due to UEFA rules, which do not allow two clubs with the same ownership to play in the same competition. This has been seen mainly in the Champions League. Verona initially faced problems due to its shared ownership with Manchester City, until several club stakes were transferred to independent trustees.

At present, the Friedkin case is being assessed by UEFA. American ownership could follow the Verona path and set up a trust to have both of its clubs play in the competition.

It is believed that if no solution is found, Everton will be chosen over Roma. This is the Italian inclination, where it is believed that when it comes to toffee it will take precedence.

Merit will be attributed to Moyes’ work

If Everton manages to qualify for European competition, it would be quite an achievement for the Toffees. It would speak volumes for the impressive job David Moyes has done in steering the club through difficult times. Financial troubles were also looming all around.

Currently, they are just three points behind Liverpool, who occupy the Europa League spot. Importantly, the two sides will face each other in a vitally important Merseyside derby in April. Before that, they will face Brentford, who are just above them in the table.

The next few weeks will decide everything about Everton’s season.

AS Roma are considering Everton left-back Vitaly Mykolenko as part of their plans for the upcoming summer transfer window.

According to Forza RomaThe Everton defender is on sporting director Frederic Massara’s shortlist as the club prepares for a number of summer departures.

Roma aim for low-cost reinforcements ahead of summer rebuild

Roma are expected to see several first team departures at the end of the season. Financial limitations are currently shaping the club’s rebuilding strategy.

This led sporting director Frederic Massara to prefer affordable, ready-made options that could immediately strengthen the team without requiring large investments. Mykolenko would be one of the more suitable characters.

Roma believe Mykolenko could step straight into their starting eleven, especially given the appeal of a potential free transfer.

Everton’s contract stance complicates potential deal

However, reports have indicated that neither Everton or Mykolenko are planning on parting ways this summer.

speaking in novemberMykolenko rejected suggestions that he was unwilling to negotiate a new Everton deal, and insisted he would remain happy at the club.

“That I don’t want to negotiate (on a contract) with Everton is a complete lie, because we haven’t talked about it yet,” he explained.

“I know my agent will be speaking to Everton representatives soon. I don’t even think about it because I love playing for this club, I get a kick out of here, that’s the most important thing for me. My family is living comfortably here. Basically, there’s nothing more to say.

“It doesn’t affect me. I know how the coaching staff feels about me, how the club feels about me.”

Ukrainian outlet The Express also reported that Everton Planned to use a contract clause to extend his deal until 2027. This would make them willing to sell the defender this summer rather than losing him for free.

Friedkin Group’s ownership could influence negotiations

For now, Roma are expected to monitor the situation closely as they consider their summer options.

They are bracing themselves for a summer exit, all on free transfers, forcing them to rely on low-cost deals or even free transfers. However, it is unlikely that Everton will let them take Mykolenko for free.

Instead, perhaps a deal is to be made between the two clubs looking at shared ownership under the Friedkin Group.

For now, Roma will simply monitor the situation and continue to assess their options. But Mykolenko is an option that Massara is evaluating based on what he can and can’t do.

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