We are ‘under-performing’ – Everton’s Moyes

Everton boss David Moyes admits his side is ‘under-performing’ terribly and do not deserve to be mentioned in the same breath as clubs in the top four.

Following their 4-0 loss to Manchester United on Saturday which saw the Toffees drop to 14th on the table, Moyes said his side needed to lift their game before it is too late to finish in the top half.

“In the past, the phrase that’s been used with Everton players is ‘over-performing,’” said Moyes. “But at the moment some of them are under-performing.

“If you’ve come to watch us recently, I’d say you’re right not to mention us in that breath.

“We’re not performing like a team that should be in the top quadrant of the Premier League right now.”

Moyes admitted that his current injury list was a major factor for Everton’s poor form of late but still wants marked improvements from those out on the pitch.

“That’s a massive factor because we can’t change things around,” said the Everton boss.

“But what you would say is that you get another opportunity to put things right. I think one or two of the players haven’t taken that on board.

“Our expectations have risen greatly, about how we are and where we should be. And at the moment I feel we’re not reaching that.

“I am looking for better performances from the players all round.”