David Moyes backed Everton's supporters after they made their displeasure known over a potential Harrison Armstrong sale. The teenage midfielder's future sparked fan anger during Saturday's 1-1 draw at Bournemouth, with the club's ownership considering moving the prospect.
Moyes publicly sided with the fans. "Supporters aren't always wrong," he told reporters, acknowledging the legitimate concerns about losing academy talent. The comment signals the manager recognizes the fanbase's frustration with Everton's recent direction under current ownership.
Armstrong represents the kind of homegrown player supporters want to see developed at the club rather than sold off. The fact that a potential exit sparked such a visible reaction shows how thin patience has worn among Everton fans. They've endured years of underperformance and ownership decisions many view as misguided.
By validating their complaint, Moyes positioned himself as listening to the stands. Whether the club actually keeps Armstrong remains unclear, but Moyes made it known he understands why fans object. The Bournemouth draw itself felt secondary to the bigger question about the club's direction.