The Toffees are struggling to get a takeover by 777 Partners over the line this week.
Per The Sun, the club has loans due that must be paid, while they need day to day running money.
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777 Partners continues to put up some money to ensure the club is solvent.
Everton are 11 points above the Premier League drop zone, which means even a nine point deduction for administration may not relegate them.
The club will be hoping to have the matter resolved one way or another before this season ends.