Tuesday’s Everton News: Everton Stadium opens, Branthwaite rumours, Cherki linked

Your daily dose of Everton news and rumours

History was made at Bramley-Moore dock as Everton’s new stadium held its first match with a contest between the Toffees under-18s and Wigan Athletic. [EFC]

Charly Alcaraz has been enjoying a blossoming friendship with Spanish-speaking Jack Harrison since his move to Everton earlier this month – and his new teammate helped out as a translator during a post-match interview with evertontv! [EFC]

David Moyes has bought Everton time that could earn them millions. Everton’s form under the Scotsman has lifted them to 14th and created major distance between them and the drop zone. [Echo]

Everton new stadium timeline from stunning designs to future developments as the first test event takes place. [Echo]

Real Madrid are showing interest in a summer move for Jarrad Branthwaite, with a report revealing whether or not the defender would be open to a switch to the Santiago Bernabeu, as sources reveal Everton’s stance on a potential exit for the England international. [TEAMtalk]

Wayne Rooney has taken on a new role after arriving in the United Arab Emirates. The role would see Rooney run a coaching school for children at a luxury hotel in Dubai, which has been called Train with Wayne. [Echo]

Everton would likely have been awarded a penalty had Charly Alcaraz not scored their winning goal against Crystal Palace, former ref Keith Hackett has said. [Football Insider]

It may have been a dark, freezing Monday evening on the banks of the Mersey, but Evertonians hope this day signifies the start of a bright new future. [BBC]

Karen Holmgaard expressed her pride at overcoming a long-term injury after returning to action during Everton’s narrow 2-1 loss to Chelsea. [Everton FC]

A 93rd-minute winner saw league leaders Chelsea Women claim the spoils at Kingsmeadow, defeating Everton Women 2-1 on Sunday afternoon. [RBM]

Everton are set to revive their interest in Lyon’s Rayan Cherki after considering a move for the 21-year-old French winger in January. [Football Insider]

Beto was put in the wrong bracket at Everton - there are no sob stories under David Moyes. Michael Ball tackles the big issues at Goodison Park following the 2-1 win at Crystal Palace and the Merseyside Derby. [Echo]

Finally, this is a great watch - a look at how Moyes’ tactical prowess has turned things around for the Toffees in such a short time.

Four of the eight UEFA Champions League playoff second legs take place.

Full schedule of games here.

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