It is more than a decade since Sean Dyche last breezed into a new dressing room.
Judging by how he revolutionised Burnley’s fortunes, the Everton squad can expect clear, direct messaging — with the occasional surprise thrown in.
Burnley were 14th in the Championship when Dyche arrived to replace Eddie Howe in 2012.
Defender Michael Duff recalls the force of personality from day one. ‘He held a meeting that was very much “This is who I am”. And he also wanted to know how the players felt about themselves,’ he reveals.