Everton is interested in Melvin Bard, a 25-year-old French left-back for OGC Nice. He is one of several players at the French club who are of interest to other clubs. This situation has caused concern for Nice's coach, Olivier Pantaloni, who fears a last-minute departure because Bard is the team's primary option in his position. Bard joined Nice in July 2021 and is under contract until June 2028. According to Transfermarkt, he has a current market value of €10.00m. In July 2025, OGC Nice reportedly set an asking price of €35 million for the player.