Everton boss Roberto Martinez has no regrets turning down Liverpool.
Martinez spoke to the Reds a year before taking the Everton job.
"Things happen for a reason and everything has to come naturally," Martinez explained ahead of his first Merseyside derby as Everton manager.
"I do feel that was the case, not just with Liverpool but with other clubs also. It was never the right time to move, it didn't feel that way from my side.
"The way I am allowed to work here feels right to me. It allows you to work. As long as you know exactly where you stand and are allowed to work then you will have the football happiness you need as a manager
"I understand we are talking about Liverpool because it's a derby but there were three or four other clubs interested and the decision I had to take was about staying or moving at that time. Everything fell into place (with me coming here) and has been very natural. I do believe in that."
