Soccer-Premier League clubs prepare for AFCON exodus

Soccer Football - Premier League - Everton v Nottingham Forest - Hill Dickinson Stadium, Liverpool, Britain - December 6, 2025 Everton manager David Moyes applauds fans after the match REUTERS/Peter Powell

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LONDON, Dec 12 (Reuters) - Players heading off to the Africa Cup of Nations should depart with the blessing of their respective clubs according to Everton manager David Moyes, but his viewpoint might not be shared by rivals who face weeks without some of their top names.