David Moyes: Tim Howard must remain at top of his game

16 April 2010 07:00
Tim Howard saves a MLS penalty[LNB]DAVID Moyes today ordered Tim Howard to maintain his world-class form next season or risk losing his place to new-boy Jan Mucha.[LNB]The Everton boss has signed the Slovakian international keeper to turn up the heat on his number one, despite admitting that Howard has been one of his players of the season.[LNB]He said: 'Tim Howard has been terrific this year. He has been reliable and consistent, but what we need is pressure on positions, and I felt there was a chance to do that with Tim.[LNB]'He will have more competition next season. Tim has not had an injury this season that has kept him out of games, but will have a bigger level of competition next year.[LNB]'One of our best performers this season will need to raise his game next season. Players don't mind that competition. Tim will see it as being what's right for us.'[LNB]Meanwhile, Tim Cahill admitted his frustration at the third consecutive draw, against Aston Villa on Wednesday, which dealt a blow to Everton's Europa League ambitions.

Source: Liverpool_Echo