Under-fire Everton manager Roberto Martinez has stated that the good work he has done at the club over the last three years should contribute to him keeping his job.
The Toffees have had a disappointing campaign in 2015-16, with inconsistency and a poor home record leaving the Merseyside club in mid-table.
The Goodison Park outfit had ambitions of finishing in the top six this season, with the young players at Martinez’s disposal better than their form has suggested of late.
Reports suggest that Martinez could be shown the door soon, with a shortlist of managers compiled to replace him at Everton.
Despite this, the former Wigan boss has been vocal on why he should be given more time by the club to prove himself.
Martinez has stated that the Toffees have progressed under this stewardship.
“I just want to believe, with the work I have done for the last three years, there are signs there that we are getting close to challenging for silverware and where Everton should be,” Martinez is quoted as saying by The Guardian.
“We developed young players, gave them big roles and they reacted, and showed character, flair and drive in the biggest football arena.
“In the first season we had a [club] record number of points in the Premier League and in the second the experience of Europe. We gave young players big roles and have not invested money but managed assets.
“We were very unfairly stopped from being in the League Cup final and that never stopped us wanting to come to Wembley.
“There are signs in the three years I could have earned the opportunity to drive the club forward and I am sure we can fulfil our expectations. I am very much attached to it.”
A late Anthony Martial goal eliminated Everton from the FA Cup semi-finals at the hands of Manchester United on Saturday.
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