Everton eye Brighton double as transfer race bubbles
Everton make moves for Tromsø’s Jens Hjertø-Dahl amid Liverpool, Bournemouth and Lazio interest, but the 20-year-old favours Besiktas after a €7m offer. Union Berlin and Rangers also linked.
Inter winger Luis Henrique is on Everton’s list, but Bournemouth lead with a €20–30m bid. Player unconvinced, leaving room for Everton or Aston Villa to pounce if talks stall.
Balogun credits ex-Everton forward Kevin Mirallas, now Monaco striker coach, for boosting his confidence and form, calling him humble and engaging.
Everton’s home match v Chelsea will be moved if Chelsea reach the Carabao Cup final, potentially creating a fixture gap and odd Goodison home run.
Everton loanee Jack Grealish suffers stress fracture, needs surgery and is out for the season. Moyes hails his impact (2 goals, 6 assists) and says January business is “less than likely.”
Moyes must decide on late-window moves, potential outgoings and reintegrations, with squad fitness, defensive options and attacking depth the key Everton priorities before deadline.
Everton chase a double over Brighton after August’s 2-0 win. Toffees boast five clean sheets in six away games. Barry in form; Keane returns. Prediction tips a tight 1-1 at the Amex.
Article examines Moyes’ new attacking tweak at Everton, hinting at future plans if the Scotsman repeats the approach.
