Everton Morning Round-Up, Thursday 22nd October 2026: Tarkowski Eyes Response Ahead of Tough Arsenal Test

Good morning Blues. There's a women's team boost to start with, as a Vignola double was enough to seal victory for the Blues (EvertonFC.com), with David Phelan reflecting afterwards on fortifying Goodison following a fifth consecutive home win (EvertonFC.com).

On the men's side, captain James Tarkowski has been speaking about his own form and what he feels is key to it, as he looks for Everton to bounce back from their defeat to Chelsea (Liverpool Echo).

Attention now turns to Saturday's trip to Arsenal, historically Everton's toughest away fixture in the Premier League, with the Liverpool Echo noting how costly it proved to be without a key player in a previous win at the Emirates (Liverpool Echo). Read Everton have also taken a look back through the long history between the two clubs, from Rooney's famous goal to memorable wins, as David Moyes' side continue to search for a first victory at the Emirates Stadium (Read Everton).

Away from the pitch, former Premier League chief executive Christian Purslow has given his verdict on Everton's valuation, with reports suggesting the Friedkin Group are seeking a figure in excess of £1billion should they look for a buyer (Read Everton).

Looking ahead, all eyes will be on the build-up to Saturday's away day at Arsenal as Everton look to end their wait for a win at the Emirates (Liverpool Echo) (Read Everton).

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