London may not be calling, but other cities in England certainly are.
Everton is searching for a new executive after the departure of Marcel Brands. According to Sami Mokbel of the Daily Mail, the primary candidate is Steve Hitchen who most recently served as director of technical performance for Tottenham. The back-up option appears to be none other than New York Red Bulls head of sport Kevin Thelwell.
The Toffees are “in the midst of the review of their recruitment and executive operations.” Thelwell has “his admirers” at Goodison Park and “emerged as a contender.