Everton are continuing to talk with other managers despite Nuno Espirito Santo being favourite to replace Carlo Ancelotti.
Blues chiefs are refusing to rush to the decision to appoint a new boss even though the Portuguese appeared to be closing in on a deal over the weekend.
He has been described by insiders as a 'strong candidate' but the insistence was that no decision had been made.
And, last night, the ECHO was told the search for a new manager remains an ongoing process and the club are not just in talks with Espirito Santo.
The Portuguese coach remains favourite to take over at Goodison Park but with Everton players not due back to Finch Farm for the start of pre-season training until July 5 - coupled with the importance of finding the right man to replace Ancelotti - the club are taking their time over the appointment of a new boss.
A host of managers, including Espirito Santo, have been in the running to become the Blues' new manager, with David Moyes, Rafa Benitez and Christophe Galtier also among them.
Talks are set to continue with Espirito Santo and the other contenders as Everton look to appoint a fifth permanent manager in as many years.
