Everton prepares to host Manchester United in a crucial Premier League clash, with manager David Moyes set to face his former club. The match comes on the heels of a tumultuous transfer deadline day that has left Everton lacking in attacking options.

The Toffees experienced a setback when a late bid for striker Folarin Balogun fell through after the transfer window closed. This left them vulnerable, especially after they had already sold key forward Iliman Ndiaye to Manchester City and striker Beto to Fiorentina. Currently, Everton's squad features Thierno Barry as their only striker, though they have secured a loan deal for Jack Grealish, who returns to the Hill Dickinson Stadium.

Fans of Everton are understandably disheartened, especially after what started as a promising season, highlighted by a home win against Crystal Palace and a late draw at Bournemouth.

In contrast, Manchester United arrives with momentum, following a commanding performance where Bruno Fernandes led the team to victory over Ipswich at Old Trafford, scoring a hat-trick. As both teams prepare for the match, the stakes are high for Everton as they seek to regain their footing in the league.