Former Everton goalkeeper Asmir Begovic says there are “definitely brighter times ahead” after the takeover of the club by The Friedkin Group was finally confirmed last week.
The takeover has prompted Everton fan groups to look forward with “hope and optimism” after a chaotic nine-year period under British-Iranian businessman Farhad Mosihiri.
“A lot can change in a short space of time in football, and I think the last couple of weeks have been a lot more positive than maybe before,” Begovic told BBC World Service’s Sportsworld.
“I think the fact that we’ve picked up a couple of really good results and good performances and then you have the news of the new ownership group coming here and the positivity – I think more than anything it hopefully brings stability.
“I think there’s always been a level of uncertainty for everyone involved in the club, not just the players, but the staff, the support staff.
“Definitely brighter times ahead, hopefully, but I know for myself as a player and being involved with the team it’s all about making sure we try and keep those performances and results going for now.
“Then, I’m sure everything else will take care of itself.”