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Everton discusses summer events funding player transfers at new stadium

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 5, 2026, 10:15 AM

Last updated Jun 5, 2026

Everton discusses summer events funding player transfers at new stadium

Summary

Everton's chief marketing and digital officer Andy Duckmanton spoke on BBC Radio Merseyside about leveraging events at Hill Dickinson Stadium to fund player transfers. Duckmanton highlighted the stadium’s design to operate year-round and the importance of hosting diverse events, including matches for England's Lionesses on June 9. He emphasized the club's commitment to maintaining identity while sharing the facility with other events. Additionally, the organization plans to host watch parties for the World Cup, aiming to enhance fan engagement during a key season for international football.

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By the Numbers

•Duckmanton outlines plans for summer events funding player transfers.
•England's Lionesses scheduled to play at Hill Dickinson on June 9.
•Everton to host World Cup watch parties to engage fans.
•The club emphasizes maintaining identity while hosting varied events.
•Revenue from events contributes directly to player acquisition efforts.

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10:15 AMYahoo Sports — 'World class stadium... world class revenues'

What they're saying

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Everton's chief marketing and digital officer Andy Duckmanton joined BBC Radio Merseyside to discuss how a variety of events hosted over the summer at Hill Dickinson are funding transfers for the Toffees. "We wanted to build a world-class venue and with a world-class venue comes the ability to programme it for 365 days of the year," he explained.
— Yahoo Sports

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