Everton have competed sporadically in Europe throughout the 21st century, most recently in 2017-18 when they featured in the Europa League.
They have not featured in the Champions League proper since 1970-71, when it was known as the European Cup.
But eighth in the Premier League, just three points off the top five with seven league games to go, the Toffees are in serious contention to not only compete in Europe but perhaps even reach the continent's top competition.
Manager David Moyes was keen not to get carried away with the idea of Champions League football at Hill Dickinson Stadium, but did not shy away from what being in Europe would mean to the club.
"I'd love to say it was [a possibility] as I'm trying to be more positive than I would normally be, but for Everton to even be in
