'Move on' - Keith Wyness tells Angus Kinnear he'll get 'Absolutely nowhere' with latest Everton move

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(Credit: Imago) Thu 30 April 2026 12:45, UK Everton chief executive Angus Kinnear should not waste his time complaining about refereeing decisions during the season.That is the view of former Everton chief executive Keith Wyness, speaking to Football Insider, as Everton are to lodge a formal complaint with the PGMOL after their defeat at West Ham last time out.The Toffees believe they should have had a penalty late in the game when Mateus Fernandes appeared to handle the ball inside the penalty area.Despite a VAR review, a penalty was not awarded, and West Ham went on to score a late winner through Callum Wilson’s strike, which could have repercussions for Everton’s European hopes.The defeat leaves Everton two points off the final European spot in the Premier League table, with four matches remaining. MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Liverpool fans ‘agreed’ over ‘blatant’ Everton errorEverton’s former chief Keith Wyness – who served as CEO at Goodison Park between 2004 and 2009 and now runs a football consultancy advising elite clubs – states that Kinnear will not get anywhere complaining about the decision to the PGMOL.Speaking on the new edition of Football Insider‘s Inside Track podcast, Wyness does believe though that referees need to be held more accountable for their decisions.Premier League StatEvertonPenalties Awarded2Penalties Conceded4How many penalties have Everton been awarded and conceded in the 2025-26 league season.He told Football Insider‘s Inside Track podcast: “I’m afraid it’s time to move on.

I have been in Angus’ position, and I have made complaints to the referees. “That’s when these sorts of things could be aired rather than having to make it on decision by decision.

There’s got to be more frequent meetings with the head of referees and an accountability about things like this, because Everton’s not the only one. But this one, in my view, was incredible that this did not get given.”Everton agree £30m sponsorship dealWyness also told Football Insider that he has praised Everton’s ownership for agreeing a new shirt sponsor deal with CMC Markets.The deal is believed to be worth around £30million a year, and could be an increase on the club’s current sponsorship with gambling firm Stake.Everton may be joined by Premier League rivals Fulham in agreeing a deal with CMC Markets, as clubs look to replace gambling companies on their shirts before new Premier League rules come into force next season.It is another deal which looks set to boost Everton’s revenue, as moving to Hill Dickinson Stadium has already provided the club with commercial benefits. 🔵 Everton FC Master Hub 🔵 The definitive digital directory for the Toffees.