A source close to Moyes, who asked to be kept anonymous to protect relationships, told The Athletic that the Scotsman was informed someone else would be stepping into the managerial berth at West Ham. Moyes put his phone down, mystified at the news that his six-month reign was coming to an abrupt end.

David Moyes applauds West Ham fans after Everton frustrate them with late goal - Jake O’Brien cancelled out Tomas Soucek’s goal in added time.

Everton earned a 1-1 draw against West Ham to stretch their unbeaten run in the Premier League to nine matches.