Everton defender Sylvain Distin has paid tribute to former boss David Moyes for his work with the Toffees. The 36-year-old said that the current success of Everton, who sit fifth in the Premier League, is down to a combination of Moyes and his managerial successor Roberto Martinez.
The Frenchman told L'Equipe: "Now we have a game focused on ball possession. We rarely play long passes. Whoever the opponent is, we try to impose our game.
"Moyes and Roberto Martinez are different, but even if it goes smoothly now, there is a big part of Moyes in that success; state of mind, desire, determination and fighting spirit.
"We never give up. That mental strength, he instilled it in us a long time ago.
"We are just starting to dream about the Champions League. But the way is still very long.
"I have thought for Moyes. I am at Everton thanks to him. He has enough experience to bounce back. It is Manchester United, a big engine. I am not worried."
