Everton legend Andy Gray has big concerns for his old club.

Everton lost 3-2 at Newcastle United yesterday.

"I'm a little concerned, if I'm honest," Gray told talkSPORT.

"Roberto (Martinez) is maybe trying to soften Everton a little too much. The stats don't lie, and Everton's defending is nowhere near as good as it used to be.

"The one thing I remember under David Moyes was Everton were one of the toughest teams to play against in the Premier League. They were extremely tough to break down, they were extremely well organised, and they just seem less so to me now.

"A little bit too much football for me, a little bit too soft for me, and I think that has been reflected in results.

"I am concerned. Roberto needs to rethink his strategy because without a doubt there are problems."