Everton target upgrades as Moyes sets higher bar
Jordan Pickford tells Wayne Rooney he loves Everton, discusses England ambitions and his recent clean sheet record as number one.
Everton are among the clubs monitoring Juventus defender Federico Gatti, who has fallen out of favour and could be sold for around €25m.
Analysis argues Iliman Ndiaye is a moments player whose flashes can be extraordinary, but Everton need them more consistently now.
Seven candidates from the current squad are assessed to succeed Seamus Coleman as Everton captain.
Fan view outlines Everton’s European push under David Moyes, expectation of a 4-2-3-1, Pickford’s importance, Beto’s recent form, Ndiaye’s threat, injuries to Branthwaite and Jack Grealish, set-piece vulnerability, and a 2-1 Everton prediction.
Preview notes a Newcastle United warning for Everton despite David Moyes’ statement, with the club still in the hunt for European football before hosting Sunderland in their final home game.
Moyes insists Everton must push beyond mid-table and signals desire to lead further progress.
Udinese’s Arthur Atta, 23, has 6 goals and 4 assists this season. Valued at over €20m, he is being tracked by Everton and Fulham, with Galatasaray also enquiring amid interest from Serie A clubs.
Everton have made an approach to sign a £17m ‘flamboyant’ winger, with Iliman Ndiaye attracting interest.
