Everton have slipped down to eighth place in the Premier League table.
Andy Gray has told the Alan Brazil Sports Breakfast, which was broadcast on TalkSPORT on 7th December, that he hopes Everton stick by Ronald Koeman.
Koeman made a wonderful start to life at Goodison Park, but the Toffees’ form has dipped badly in recent weeks.
Everton have won just once in their last 10 matches, and they have fallen all the way down to eighth in the Premier League table.
Koeman has come under some criticism, with some of his comments to the media causing frustration.
However, Gray insists that he hopes Everton keep hold of the Dutch manager – as he feels the former Southampton man can turn things around.
“The pressure is mounting,” Gray admitted. “Ronald has said one or two things he probably wishes he hasn’t said.
“I do believe that he is a top rate coach. Everton have got a fantastic coach. He’s going to take time, but even if Everton struggle in his first season, I would like Everton to stay with him. That’s what I hope happens.”
There has not been any suggestions that Everton are considering parting company with Koeman yet, but the longer their poor run continues the more the pressure will be on.
Everton are next in action on Saturday, when they take on Watford at Vicarage Road.
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