Everton owner Farhad Moshiri has put the club up for sale, just days after sacking manager Frank Lampard.
Everton for sale: He is said to be seeking at least £500 million.
After a 10-game winless streak, the Toffees are currently second bottom of the table.
According to The Guardian, the British-Iranian billionaire is now planning to sell the club after receiving harsh criticism from Toffees fans in recent weeks.
The owner is reportedly looking to recoup his investment in the Merseyside club’s new stadium, which is being built at Bramley-Moore Dock.
A number of potential buyers have expressed interest as well.
Some key players, including Anthony Gordon and Amadou Onana, have skipped practice.
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Some of the club’s star players, including Anthony Gordon and Amadou Onana, have skipped training in order to force their way out.
Both Chelsea and Arsenal are said to be interested in signing both players.