Asmir Begovic has worked for his share of managers, from Tony Pulis and Eddie Howe to Jose Mourinho and Antonio Conte.
The goalkeeper knows the routine when it comes to changing coaches – and has spoken positively of the impact David Moyes has had in the early days of his second spell at Everton.
Moyes returned to Goodison Park earlier this month as Sean Dyche’s replacement and led Everton to a 3-2-2 win over Tottenham Hotspur last weekend.
David Moyes hails Asmir Begovic ‘legendary’ for changing sentiment around Everton
Everton led 3-0 at the break in that clash on Meerside, having struggled for form under Dyche virtually all season.
And Begovic – who is serving as Jordan Pickford’s deputy at the club – reckons the vibe was a big reason for the win.
The former Bosnia and Herzegovina International said Betway: “The atmosphere is much more positive – new director Bounce and of course the legend that he is.
“The dignity and calmness that he brings with him is really positive and has changed for the better. He brings a new energy.”
“When a new manager comes in it gives everyone a new lease of life, players who haven’t played as much get a new chance to impress and all the things that come with that.”
Everton will be back Premier League action Away to Brighton & Hove Albion on Saturday afternoon with a 3pm kick-off.
The Toffees sit 16th in the table, just four points outside the relegation zone but with a game in hand on each side around them.
Everton will be hoping to put several years of misery and financial worries behind them Takeover earlier this season by the Friedkin Group.