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Bolasie says 23y/o is the strongest Everton player, names teenager as biggest potential
Everton winger Yannick Bolasie has claimed that striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin is the strongest player at Goodison Park based on what he knows and has seen. He also believes that teenage midfielder Anthony Gordon is the biggest upcoming talent at the club. From what I’ve seen and know DCL https://t.co/ERrX4tgO0L — Yannick Bolasie (@YannickBolasie) July 10, 2020 AG ….he knows how highly I rate him as we spent a lot of time together in the 23’s https://t.co/Azh9uMYLsG — Yannick Bolasie (@YannickBolasie) July 10, 2020 The DR Congo international hasn’t played for the Toffees since 2018 having spent the last two seasons on loan at Aston Villa, Anderlecht and Sporting Lisbon. Bolasie has played just 32 games for Everton since his arrival from Crystal Palace for £25 million in the summer of 2016, ...
Report: Everton plotting summer move to sign £20m star who is admired by Ancelotti
Glasgow Rangers striker Alfredo Morelos could leave Ibrox this summer. The Gers striker was simply outstanding for Steven Gerrard’s side during the 2019-20 campaign, scoring 29 goals in all competitions. Rangers have done their best to keep hold of him, but this summer they mail fail to prevent him from leaving, especially if they receive a handsome offer from any Premier League side. According to reports from Football Insider, Rangers are braced for Everton to make a move for Morelos, and there is a feeling that the Colombian could quit the Ibrox club in the coming weeks. The report claims that Rangers would be looking to sell Morelos if the offer is right. They are aware of interest from Everton and other European clubs. Initially, Rangers were looking at a fee in the region of ...
‘Disappointed’ – Spurs star explains why he will miss Everton clash
Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Dele Alli has confirmed through his Instagram handle that he will miss tonight’s clash against Everton. The 24-year-old is currently down with a hamstring injury and hasn’t made the matchday squad. Alli came off the bench to play the last 19 minutes in Thursday’s 3-1 defeat against Sheffield United but sustained the knock during training on Saturday. The Tottenham star has had problems with his hamstring in the past, and it also saw him miss some games at the beginning of this season. Spurs will have to face Everton without one of their star players and it’s a blow on their chances of winning given his creativity and quality. Alli has featured in 24 league games for the North London giants this term, scoring eight goals and assisting four times. Tottenham trave...
Jose Mourinho claims Arsenal are ‘in trouble’ ahead of upcoming derby
Jose Mourinho has hit back at Arsenal after their social media account taunted his side after they failed to beat Sheffield United on Thursday evening. The Gunners moved to taunt our rivals with a post of our side beating Sheffield United the morning after Spurs were beaten 3-1 by the same side below. The Spurs boss moved to react to the post, claiming that we wouldn’t be enjoying their misfortune in such a way if they had more to celebrate themselves. “I think if they were top of the league or fighting for top four in a really good moment they wouldn’t enjoy the problems of others,” he said ahead of his side’s game with Everton on Monday night. “You only enjoy the problems of others when you are also in trouble. “In the end it says more about them, they don’t have much to celebrate, they ...
Report: West Ham join the race for 21-yr-old, Everton have already made enquiries
West Ham have joined the race to sign Mohammed Salisu this summer. As per Daily Mail, Southampton, Everton and Manchester United are other Premier League clubs keen on the 21-year-old centre back. The report adds that Everton have already made enquiries for the player. It will be interesting to see if the Hammers can beat the competition and secure Salisu’s services this summer. They need a quality young defender to partner Issa Diop and Salisu could prove to be an excellent addition. The player is thought to be keen on a move to the Premier League and a chance to join West Ham or Everton could certainly tempt. He has impressed with Real Valladolid this season and he has the talent to succeed in England as well. It will be interesting to see where he ends up eventually. West Ham certainly ...
Report: Everton looking to beat Spurs to signature of £35m midfielder
Everton are expected to be very active in the summer transfer window. The Toffees need to sign a defensive central midfielder this summer along with other requirements. The departure of Morgan Schneiderlin is another indication that a solid defensive midfielder is needed. And it seems, Everton are prepared to pay a handsome fee to add a top-quality player for this role. According to reports from the Daily Mail, Everton are ‘ready to firm up interest’ in Southampton midfielder Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg this summer. Carlo Ancelotti has admitted recently that the 24-year-old midfielder is a good player. The Saints want around £35million for the Denmark international who has one year left on his contract. Hojbjerg has been heavily linked with a move to Tottenham Hotspur. However, Everton...
Report: Everton and Wolves keen on 28-yr-old midfield star, Ancelotti knows him well
Everton and Wolves are thought to be keen on signing the Colombian midfielder James Rodriguez this summer. As per Marca, Real Madrid are willing to cut their losses on the player and they will sell him for a cut-price deal this summer. The 28-year-old could be available for a fee of around €25m. The player has informed Real Madrid that he doesn’t wish to play for them anymore. James was close to joining Atletico Madrid last summer but Los Blancos pulled out of the deal. They will be forced to part with him now. Real Madrid cannot afford to lose him for free next year. James Rodriguez earns around €7m per season and Real Madrid are keen on getting his wages off the book because of the losses they have faced recently due to the current health crisis. It will be inte...
‘Would be exceptional’, ‘Yes please’ – Some Everton fans react to links with Bundesliga midfielder
Everton and Newcastle have been linked with a move for the Schalke midfielder Weston McKennie. We covered reports earlier today that the 21-year-old is a man in demand this summer. It will be interesting to see if the Toffees make their move for him in the coming weeks. They could use some depth in their midfield and McKennie could be a good addition for them. The versatile Bundesliga ace will add depth and quality to the side. He can play multiple roles and his arrival will give Ancelotti more options to work with. The 21-year-old can play as a defensive midfielder or a central midfielder. It will be interesting to see where he ends up this summer. Both Everton and Newcastle are capable of affording him. If Everton come forward with a concrete offer, it will be interesting to see how...
Liverpool reiterate need for safe celebrations ahead of Villa clash
Liverpool have again urged their supporters to avoid mass gatherings in the city and to celebrate their Premier League triumph safely at home in order to prevent the spread of the coronavirus, chief executive Peter Moore said on Friday. Liverpool’s 30-year wait for their 19th English top-flight crown ended last week when Manchester City lost at Chelsea and thousands of fans turned up at their Anfield stadium to celebrate. Local media reported that fans launched fireworks at the Royal Liver Building, with a fire breaking out on the balcony of the landmark owned by Farhad Moshiri, the majority shareholder of the side’s local rivals Everton. Liverpool, Merseyside police and the City Council issued a statement condemning the “wholly unacceptable” behaviour, while manager Juergen Klopp requeste...
Report: Everton can sign 9-cap int’l by paying €5m extra from their latest offer
It is an open secret that Everton need to sign a central midfielder this summer. The departure of Morgan Schneiderlin indicates that Carlo Ancelotti will be looking to sign a new central midfielder. The likes of Fabian Delph and Tom Davies have been disappointing as well this season. The Toffees have been linked with a host of midfielders but one name keeps on coming back, again and again, is Napoli’s Allan. The 29-year-old defensive midfielder has managed 17 Serie A appearances, where he scored one goal and provided one assist. He made five starts in the Champions League as well. Ancelotti knows him very well, having coached him at Napoli, and wants to bring him to the Merseyside club. [embedded content] However, with Napoli, one thing is very clear. It’s not easy to out-haggle them at th...
Director claims Everton have given response to transfer request
Schalke director Jochen Schneider has told Kicker that the club want to sign Jonjoe Kenny from Everton for the 2020-21 campaign. Loan spell The 23-year-old right-back spent the 2019-20 season on loan at German outfit Schalke from Premier League side Everton. According to WhoScored, the former England Under-21 international made 31 appearances in the Bundesliga this past season, scoring two goals and providing three assists in the process. The defender also played three times in the DFB Pokal for Schalke this past campaign, according to WhoScored. Schneider has said that Schalke want to keep Kenny on loan at the club for next season as well, but Everton have decided against such a move. Schneider told Kicker, as translated by Sport Witness: “Jonjoe fitted Schalke like a glove. We have depos...
Everton will reportedly scout a player this weekend who turned down Liverpool in 2017
Scouts from Everton, Liverpool, Manchester United and Manchester City will watch Leon Bailey in action for Bayer Leverkusen against Bayer Munich this weekend, according to Sky Sports. Bayer will take on Bundesliga rivals Bayern in the final of the DFB Pokal on Saturday evening, and Bailey is expected to start for his side. Sky Sports have reported that scouts from Everton, Liverpool, United and City will be in attendance and will watch the 22-year-old winger in action. The report has claimed that the Jamaica international could be available for between £20 million and £30 million, and that the he wants to play in England and is keen on a move to the Premier League. Stats According to WhoScored, Bailey made 12 starts and 10 substitute appearances in the Bundesliga for Bayer this season, sco...
