Plenty of managers have come through the door at Goodison Park in recent years.
Frank Lampard, Ronald Koeman, Carlo Ancelotti and Marco Silva to name a few. For the most part, tenures at Everton have been relatively short-term affairs.
However, one manager who lasted nearly three years was Roberto Martinez. The former Wigan boss was appointed in June 2013 and left the club in May 2016.
The 50-year-old took charge of 143 matches during his time on Merseyside and averaged 1.52 points per game, which is by no means a bad return.
Now the Spaniard is the Portgual manager, having previously spent four years in charge of Belgium’s national side.
Barcelona make approach for Martinez
Despite only taking the Portugal job in January 2023, Martinez has been linked with one of the biggest jobs in European football.
According to Football Transfers, Barcelona have contacted the former Everton boss over the prospect of replacing Xavi as head coach in time for the 2024/25 season.
Xavi will leave the club at the end of the season after spending three years in charge of the Catalan giants.
The report claims there is no clear favourite for the job currently, with Rafa Marquez and Roberto De Zerbi linked.
Martinez is believed to have been approached with an initial one-year deal on the table. The Spaniard could take the role alongside his current position as Portugal’s head coach.
The former Everton boss was approached for the role back in 2021 following the sacking of Koeman.
Interesting move for Martinez
Barcelona certainly have an interesting way of operating nowadays.
Considering Martinez’s managerial career hasn’t been the most eye-catching, it’s a shock to see his name linked with one of the biggest jobs on the planet.
He should have achieved something with the Belgium national side, for Kevin De Bruyne, Eden Hazard, and Romelu Lukaku not to threaten a major trophy leaves a significant blot on his record.
The Spaniard hasn’t managed a club side since he was relieved of his duties at Goodison Park. If he takes the Barcelona role, seeing how he fairs will be intriguing.