Ronald Koeman has stressed he will need time as he works on his 'big project' at Everton.
The Dutchman was appointed as Toffees boss in June, succeeding the sacked Roberto Martinez, and is looking to revive the Merseyside outfit, even speaking around the time about trying to emulate the glory days of the club's past.
But ahead of his first competitive game in charge, Koeman has emphasised it is not a quick-fix job.
Speaking at his press conference to preview Saturday's Premier League campaign-opening clash with Tottenham at Goodison Park, he said: 'It is a nice challenge, it is a big project and that project is starting.