Stoke City manager Tony Pulis believes it is a miracle that Everton boss David Moyes has not been approached for a job at a bigger club yet.
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Moyes' Toffees have been on a remarkable run in the Premier League this season, reaching fourth with a record of six wins, eight draws and two losses in 16 games.
Pulis finds it hard to believe that the Scot is still the manager at the Merseyside club.
"I know David very well. He is a top manager, has done exceptionally well there. They'll be really pleased they've kept him and that he's still there," Pulis said in his pre-match press conference.
"I'm surprised he is still there, to be honest, because I thought one of the big four might have taken him away after serving a first-class apprenticeship there.
"He's now been there a long time, the players know him, the club know him, he's put his stamp on the place, and they're reaping the rewards from it."
The Potters boss believes his side can emulate the Toffees over time, but admits they have some catching up to do.
"Traditionally they've been a top, top club over the years, not out of the top flight for many years (since 1954).
"Everton are a benchmark for us in lots of respects. They're a very good club, with the way they've built and put things together," he added.
"As I've mentioned, they've a great manager, but they've top players, and they've a real chance of pushing for the top four. They'll be top six without a question of a doubt this season.
"We haven't had as much time as Everton in the Premier League to lay the foundations, but we're getting there, and that's the main thing.
"We've had a great year this year. Every year we spend in the Premier League is an achievement. We just want to build the club properly, and over a period of time."
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