Everton's transfer plans are taking shape, with the latest news linking them to a move for Tottenham winger Brennan Johnson. Our analysis of the past seven days shows the club has been tied to 9 possible arrivals and 3 potential exits. The hottest storyline right now revolves around Manchester United's Kobbie Mainoo. Below are the latest updates on the most important transfer rumours surrounding the club.
Brennan Johnson
Fabrizio Romano stated on Tuesday that Everton and Sunderland have both made inquiries for Brennan Johnson within the last 24 hours, and that the player is expected to leave Tottenham in January. According to Romano, Tottenham has an agreement in principle with Crystal Palace for a £33.5 million transfer fee, but Johnson has not yet decided whether to accept. It is understood that Bournemouth are also prepared to pay the same £33.5 million fee for the player.
Vitinho
In recent weeks, 26-year-old Brazilian Vitinho has attracted the interest of European clubs, including Everton and Atlético de Madrid, although no formal offers have been made. Botafogo is only prepared to begin negotiations for the right-back for a fee of around 15 million euros. However, coach Martín Anselmi has requested that the player remain at the club. On Monday, it was noted that São Paulo and Atlético-MG also made inquiries about the player.
Kobbie Mainoo
According to Transfermarkt, Everton are considering loan moves for Manchester United duo Kobbie Mainoo and Joshua Zirkzee. Earlier on Tuesday, iNews reported that Everton are considering an ambitious loan move for Mainoo during the January transfer window. The report stated that the club is assessing market opportunities that could add quality and depth without committing to large transfer fees, and Mainoo is viewed as a potential short-term solution. It is understood that Mainoo is open to discussions if it means securing regular football at a high level.
James Garner
On Monday, sources provided the reasons why Manchester United are unlikely to re-sign James Garner from Everton in the upcoming transfer window. This followed a Saturday report from the Daily Mail that United's interest in their former player is reportedly growing as he nears the end of his contract. On Friday, the same publication suggested a move could be made for the player, who is entering the final six months of his Everton contract. Everton holds a one-year extension clause but would rather agree a long-term agreement, and talks between the club and Garner are already ongoing.
Vitaliy Mykolenko
Foreign publications on Tuesday identified Galatasaray as the favorite to sign 26-year-old Ukrainian international Vitaliy Mykolenko. The left fullback's contract with the Premier League club is valid until June 30, 2026, but extended negotiations for a renewal have been unsuccessful. While it was reported a few weeks ago that German clubs Eintracht and RB Leipzig were ready to offer Mykolenko favorable terms, the situation is described as having shifted in favor of the Turkish club.
Artem Dovbyk
On Tuesday, Artem Dovbyk was linked with a return to Spain, with Atletico and Betis mentioned, and to England, with West Ham, Leeds, Everton, and Sunderland also named. On Monday, Sky Sport reported that Everton maintains a strong interest in the striker.
Joshua Zirkzee
A potential deal for Joshua Zirkzee to join Everton would be complex and expensive, according to The I Paper on Tuesday, which also stated that Manchester United are undecided on their futures. It was also reported that Zirkzee's standing for the centre-forward position has diminished. Earlier on Tuesday, iNews reported that Everton are considering a loan move for the Manchester United forward, viewing him as a potential short-term solution. It is understood that Zirkzee is open to discussions if it means securing regular football.
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