Everton FC podcasts from the Liverpool ECHO, including our main Royal Blue show with Ian Croll, Joe Thomas, Chris Beesley, Connor O'Neill, Gavin Buckland, Paul Wheelock, Matt Jones & Tony Scott.

Royal Blue: The Everton FC Podcast
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Everton FC podcasts from the Liverpool ECHO, including our main Royal Blue show with Ian Croll, Joe Thomas, Chris Beesley, Connor O'Neill, Gavin Buckland, Paul Wheelock, Matt Jones & Tony Scott.
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Recent Episodes

July 29, 2026
Ndiaye Saudi Interest Intensifies! Stoke City Reaction!
Ian Croll is joined by Gav Buckland and Chris Beesley for the latest episode of the Royal Blue Podcast as they break down all the talking points from Everton's pre-season and dissect the massive transfer speculation surrounding Iliman Ndiaye! EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/efc Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee. On Today’s Agenda: Stoke City 1–0 Everton Reaction: The Toffees fall to a narrow 1-0 defeat against Stoke City in their third pre-season test of the summer. While a defeat is never ideal, the priority remains match fitness and getting vital minutes into the legs for David Moyes' squad. Hayden Hackney Debut: Summer arrival Hayden Hackney got his first start in a Royal Blue shirt! The panel analyze his 45-minute display before his planned half-time substitution. Pre-Season Run-Outs: Observations on Tyler Dibling and Tyrique George gaining minutes, plus Merlin Röhl featuring in an intriguing role at right-back. Iliman Ndiaye to Saudi Arabia? Speculation continues to build around interest from Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal. While Everton have received no official bids yet and maintain they do not want to sell, could a substantial cash offer prove too good to refuse? The Ndiaye Dilemma: Ian, Gav, and Chris weigh up the pros and cons of potentially selling Ndiaye versus keeping one of the club's key attackers ahead of the new campaign. 💬 HAVE YOUR SAY IN THE COMMENTS: What did you make of the performance against Stoke? Should Everton hold firm on Iliman Ndiaye, or would you take a massive offer if Al-Hilal make a move? 👍 LIKE this video if you enjoyed the episode! 🔔 SUBSCRIBE to the Royal Blue YouTube channel for daily Everton news, match analysis, and podcasts throughout pre-season and beyond. #EvertonFC #EFC #RoyalBlue #IlimanNdiaye #DavidMoyes #Everton #TransferNews #PremierLeague #StokeCity Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

July 27, 2026
Iliman Ndiaye to SAUDI ARABIA? Al Hilal set to open talks! Bolton Analysis!
Ian Croll and Joe Thomas return on the latest episode of the Royal Blue Podcast to discuss breaking transfer news and analyze Everton’s second pre-season outing of the summer! 🔵 On Today's Show: * 🇸🇦 Iliman Ndiaye to Al Hilal? Reports from Fabrizio Romano reveal that Saudi Pro League outfit Al Hilal have opened talks to sign Iliman Ndiaye. While negotiations are in the early stages, Ndiaye is high on Al Hilal's shortlist, and the player’s representatives are believed to be open to discussions. Romano updates state direct talks are set to advance this week on both player and club sides. With the final decision on price resting squarely with Everton, Ndiaye hasn't closed the door on the Saudi project. What should the Blues do if a massive bid arrives? 🤝 Bolton Wanderers 0-0 Everton: Reaction to the Blues’ goalless draw at the Toughsheet Community Stadium in their second pre-season fixture. Key takeaways, fitness updates, and squad performance analysis as preparations build toward the new Premier League campaign. 💬 Have your say in the comments: Should Everton sell Ndiaye if the price is right, or is he completely non-negotiable this summer? 📲 Subscribe to the Royal Blue channel for daily Everton news, transfer updates, match reaction, and podcast coverage! #EvertonFC #EFC #IlimanNdiaye #TransferNews #AlHilal #FabrizioRomano #RoyalBlue #PremierLeague #BoltonWanderers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

July 24, 2026
Does lack of Everton spending indicate lack of Friedkin backing?
Ian Croll and Gavin Buckland discuss whether Everton's limited spending reflects a lack of Friedkin Group backing or a strategic approach.
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