My time at United didn't work out for different reasons - I wish it had

WITH a contract running until summer 2027, David Moyes (currently on 546 games) is on course to top Harry Catterick (592) and become Everton's longest-serving manager of all-time during his current deal.

- By CHRIS BEESLEY

As all those in his profession know, however, life is not always that straightforward.

Results will always be the determining factor for football gaffers.

Moyes spent over 11 years as Everton manager first time around, steering them to nine top-eight finishes, including a highest-ever Premier League placing of fourth in 2004/05, the second season that he picked up one of his three LMA Manager of the Year gongs.

Yet, despite being handpicked by fellow Glaswegian Sir Alex Ferguson to be his successor, Moyes got the chop at Manchester United just 51 games into a six-year contract.