Source: Daily_Mail
Everton boss Moyes backs inspirational Neville to become top Toffees coach
David Moyes has revealed Phil Neville's pivotal role in Everton's[LNB]continuing success and backed him to become an integral part of Goodison Park's coaching set-up.[LNB]While brother Gary claimed on Friday he could not imagine playing for anyone other than Manchester United[LNB], Phil, 32, was being hailed as the cornerstone of Everton's blueprint for success, nearly four years after a £3.5million move from Old Trafford.[LNB]A dependable midfield anchorman on the pitch, the versatile former England defender has become even more influential off it to become a mentor for Everton's players.[LNB] Born leader: Everton midfielder Phil Neville is an inspiration to the club's youngsters[LNB]Manager Moyes has the utmost trust in his skipper's ability to maintain dressing room unity and revealed his lifestyle and commitment made him a role model for emerging youngsters such as Jack Rodwell and Dan Gosling.[LNB]'I know top players like Phil sometimes don't make managers, but he has all the attributes to go on and become a top coach,' said the Everton boss ahead of Sunday's game at Newcastle[LNB]. [LNB]'I don't think it is possible to over-estimate their influence he has had on our recent run, or on the squad overall.[LNB] Newcastle v EVERTON: Saha back in the mix for Moyes[LNB]Top of the stops: Van der Sar is the Premier keeper, but where do Reina, Cech, Almunia, James et al come in our clean sheet table?[LNB]THE LIST: Sportsmail's top ten of the greatest goal poachers to have played in English football[LNB]EVERTON FC NEWS FROM ACROSS THE WEB[LNB][LNB]'What he does often goes unnoticed, but he has played a major part in what we've achieved because he shows the other players what is required. [LNB]'He has been at a club who have won things, so he knows what it takes. [LNB]'He is professional in everything he does and he makes sure we all do it the right way.[LNB]'It is typical of him that, throughout the run, he has been at the players, making sure we don't get above ourselves. [LNB] Toffee's boss David Moyes says youngsters like Dan Gosling (left) and Jack Rodwell will learn from Neville's professionalism [LNB]'He knows more than anyone that you don't get anything for being patted on the back in February. [LNB]'To win something, you need to maintain your consistency right through until May.[LNB]'He works hard on getting that message through to the entire squad, and I can see him taking up a coaching role here when he finishes playing. [LNB]'He's still got plenty of years left, because he looks after himself so well, but he could become a coach here.[LNB]'He is already doing his coaching badges. He has the knowledge, experience and commitment to stay involved in the game.'[LNB]Rodwell and Gosling could be looking to Neville for guidance again as Everton travel to St James' Park on Sunday with more selection problems. [LNB]Tim Cahill and Tony Hibbert are both suspended, while Leon Osman, Steven Pienaar and Marouane Fellaini are all injured. [LNB]Jo returns after being cup-tied last week, while Louis Saha may be fit enough for a place on the bench.[LNB] Newcastle v EVERTON: Saha back in the mix for Moyes[LNB]Top of the stops: Van der Sar is the Premier keeper, but where do Reina, Cech, Almunia, James et al come in our clean sheet table?[LNB]THE LIST: Sportsmail's top ten of the greatest goal poachers to have played in English football[LNB]EVERTON FC NEWS FROM ACROSS THE WEB[LNB][LNB] [LNB]
