Everton FC has been making waves in the transfer market with recent developments involving Chelsea and Southampton players. The Toffees have secured a deal with Chelsea to bring in midfielder Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall for a reported initial sum of £25m, potentially rising to £29m with add-ons included. This move comes after Everton had an initial bid of £35m rejected by Southampton for winger Tyler Dibling, with the Saints holding out for a valuation closer to £45m.
Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, who only joined Chelsea last summer, is set to undergo a medical to finalize the transfer. The 26-year-old midfielder had a limited role at Chelsea, starting only two Premier League games despite making 36 appearances overall. Everton boss David Moyes is keen on strengthening his midfield options, with Dewsbury-Hall being seen as a priority signing alongside a defensive midfielder, with Wilfried Ndidi from Leicester City also on their radar.
On the other hand, the pursuit of Southampton's young talent, Tyler Dibling, seems to be more challenging for Everton. The 19-year-old winger has garnered interest from several clubs, but Southampton's steadfast valuation and reluctance to sell at a lower price point present a hurdle for Everton's pursuit of the player. Lyon's Malick Fofana is reportedly another target for the Toffees in their search for attacking reinforcements.
David Moyes expressed his concerns about Everton's readiness for the upcoming season due to the lack of signings, indicating the urgency to bolster the squad. The manager emphasized the need for additions to the team, hinting at potential deals in the pipeline. Despite facing challenges in the transfer market, Everton is determined to strengthen the squad ahead of the new season.
Meanwhile, Chelsea is also actively involved in the transfer market, negotiating multiple sales to trim their squad. Midfielder Lesley Ugochukwu is set to join Burnley, while discussions are underway with Borussia Dortmund for Carney Chukwuemeka. Chelsea's transfer activities indicate a strategic approach to reshaping their squad ahead of the upcoming season.
The Premier League landscape is evolving with clubs engaging in transfer activities to enhance their squads for the new season. Everton's pursuit of Dewsbury-Hall and Dibling showcases their ambition to strengthen the team, while Chelsea's strategic sales reflect their readiness to realign their squad composition. The upcoming weeks promise further developments in the transfer market as clubs finalize their squads for the challenges ahead in the Premier League.
