Farhad Moshiri speaks out on Rafa Benitez’s future as Everton manager after Liverpool derby defeat

Farhad Moshiri has insisted Rafa Benitez is right man for the Everton job after Wednesday night’s embarrassing Merseyside derby loss to Liverpool.

Speaking to talkSPORT’s Jim White, the Goodison Park owner is adamant the Spaniard “will be supported” and the Toffees can have a strong second half to the season.

What’s been said

Benitez has come under fire as Everton boss.

The 4-1 loss to Liverpool stretched their winless run to eight games, with many unhappy with his position.

There have been calls from sections of supporters to part ways with the former Chelsea manager.

But according to White, Moshiri has told him that the Blues have the utmost faith in Benitez.

Reading out a message he received from Moshiri in New York, he said: “Football is about crisis one day and glory the following day.

“Rafa is a good manager and underperformance is largely due to the injuries.

“In the next two weeks, we will get to a full squad and, in the meantime, results will improve.

“Rafa needs time to have his mark on the squad. He will be supported to add depth to the squad. Managers need time.

“I have no doubt that we will have a strong second-half to the season.”