Everton players and staff are reportedly still in a ‘state of shock’ following the sacking of Brian Sorensen according to reports.

Sorensen was sacked by Everton at the beginning of February after a poor start to the season.

Everton in shock

Brian Sorensen was manager of Everton for just over four years.

The dismissal came as a surprise to fans as despite being poor this season the team is still relatively safe from relegation.

A report out of Everton has said that players and staff were informed of the decision in an early meeting on February 3rd.

The mood around the club is a somber one according to that same report, with players and staff alike shocked by the departure of their long-serving manager.

No one expected Brian Sorensen to leave today. Villa win raised morale. New signings anticipated playing under him. Exit raises questions of EFC Women structure. No dedicated CEO, DOF or head of recruitment, Sorensen often led recruiting. @TheAthleticFChttps://t.co/gYyHci4Cgc

— Megan Feringa (@megan_feringa) February 4, 2026

Sorensen himself will have been surprised by the decision which came just days after Everton beat Aston Villa in the WSL.

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