Sean Dyche is under no illusions of the task he faces at Everton over the summer.
Despite the Toffees securing Premier League survival - courtesy of a 1-0 victory over Bournemouth on the final day of the season - there is still plenty of work to be done.
Everton have stayed up by their skin of their teeth in the past two campaigns. Having also suffered heavy losses off the field, Dyche is all too aware he won’t be handed a hefty war chest.
But that’s not to say that the Blues manager won’t be plotting changes to his squad. Dyche will want to bring in new players that align with his philosophy and beliefs to ensure Everton climb the table in 2023-24.
That means that there could be an overhaul of the squad. There are several players who are out of contract while others could be moved on.
Here’s a look at those who could depart in the summer transfer window.
5. Amadou Onana
The midfielder only joined Everton last summer for a fee of up to £33 million from Lille. However, the Belgium international has attracted interest from the likes of Arsenal and Chelsea and the Toffees may need to sell an asset to raise funds. | Getty Images
6. Asmir Begovic
Everton’s second-choice keeper made three appearances this season. Much may depend on whether he’s happy staying as deputy to Jordan Pickford as he is out of contract at the end of June. Photo: Alex Livesey
7. Neal Maupay
It has been reported that Italian side Salernitana will rekindle interest in Maupay, who managed just one goal in 29 appearances after arriving from Brighton last summer. | Getty Images
8. Ruben Vinagre
The left-back made just four appearances during his loan spell from Sporting Lisbon. He’s said his goodbyes on social media. | Getty Images