According to the dramatic scenario, Pickford made the unexpected announcement after an alleged internal disagreement that reportedly left players, supporters, and club officials searching for answers.
The statement claims that the goalkeeper called for the temporary shutdown to allow the club to address what he described as “serious issues” affecting the team behind the scenes. However, no specific details were provided about the alleged problems.
Everton supporters have reportedly reacted with confusion, with many demanding clarification and hoping that normal football activities would resume as soon as possible.