“Maybe it's old-fashioned, but I've always preferred to see players with my own eyes than on a video or going on somebody else's recommendation. If that means getting up early and taking a flight, then so be it. Our success at Everton came from having a great recruitment team who I made sure were out watching the players.”

Scottish football manager and former player, born 1963

David William Moyes is a Scottish football manager and former player. Born in 1963, he is best known for managing Everton in the Premier League. Moyes built his reputation in English football as a steady and long-serving manager. He was named League Managers Association Manager of the Year in 2003, 2005 and 2009, recognition that reflects his work over several seasons at the top level.