David Moyes is gearing up for a pivotal Premier League clash as Everton travel to Selhurst Park to face Crystal Palace this Sunday (kick-off 14:00 BST). The Toffees boss has been candid in his pre-match press conference, covering team news, summer ambitions, and the emotional rollercoaster of the season.

First up, the midfield: Idrissa Gana Gueye will be absent from the squad. Moyes confirmed the veteran is "not training yet" but reassured fans it's not a "serious injury," adding a simple "he's fine." When pressed on Gueye's contract situation, the manager kept his cards close to his chest: "When we have something to tell you, we will let you know."

Moyes didn't hide his lingering disappointment over last week's dramatic draw with Manchester City. "We should have seen it out," he admitted, reflecting on a game that slipped through their fingers in the dying moments. It's a pattern the boss is keen to address—especially with late goals costing points. "Most of the time, it's decision-making," Moyes explained. "Some from the manager, but mainly from the players. We need to be sharper."

On the subject of Jack Grealish, who has been linked with a summer move, Moyes offered a warm but measured response: "He's loved wherever he goes, and certainly loved here." No further updates, but the door seems slightly ajar.

Looking ahead, the next three games could shape Everton's summer strategy—but Moyes already has a clear vision. "I'm pretty set in my mind what I'd like to do," he said. "If things went our way and we found ourselves with more games, we might think differently—but I don't think so." One key priority? Bolstering the youth pipeline. "You really need young players you can bring through, have on the bench. We don't quite have that yet, so it's something we have to rebuild."

So, what would make these final three games a success for Moyes? "I want us to play well—and I think we have for most of the season. We've been more progressive, trying to play better football, stamping down an identity that suits us. But winning is the biggest thing. It always has been, and always will be. Winning the last three games would be the ideal solution."

For Everton fans, it's a mix of realism and hope—a manager dreaming of a strong finish while laying the groundwork for a brighter future.