Everton are reportedly interested in Rangers striker Hamza Igamane, with scouts watching the 22-year-old during a recent game against Tottenham.
According to TBR Football, Everton are interested in a move for Hamza Igamane ahead of the January transfer window, as Sean Dyche wants to bring a striker to the club. The futures of Dominic Calvert-Lewin and Beto have come under scrutiny as they recently watched the Rangers star in action against Tottenham in the Europa League.
In the wake of Tottenham’s 1-1 draw away to Rangers in the Europa League, the criticisms drawn towards Spurs clouded a performance from a future top star. Rangers striker Hamza Igamane put in a good display against the Premier League side and opened the scoring for the Glasgow side in that contest.
Everton scouts were present in the stands to watch Igamane in action, as they are reportedly planning on making a move for the 22-year-old African striker in January. Rangers only signed him back in the summer and could be in danger of losing him as soon as six months, as Igamane has shown enough quality to attract Premier League interest.
West Ham are also keen, with the club eager to bring in a new striker following the unfortunate road accident suffered by Michail Antonio. Similarly, Newcastle United are eager to look for a new frontman to deputise for Alexander Isak, while Fulham are also interested in strengthening the position.
In Everton’s case, they are in a position to bring in a new striker and give the new man an important role in the side. Given the 22-year-old African striker’s experience at the top level is not much, he could prioritise playing time, that the Toffees could offer.
Everton need a new striker
Everton are entering the January window in the knowledge that one of their current two strikers could leave. Beto is keen on an exit as he is not getting enough playing time, while Dominic Calvert-Lewin’s contract also expires in the summer, which could see him depart on a Bosman deal at the end of the campaign.
Names like Brian Brobbey have been mentioned, but given Everton’s precarious financial position, they will look to cash in on Beto and use the money to bring someone like Igamane. Hence, a move for the 22-year-old African striker could be on the cards in January, subject to the price tag Rangers place as well as the player’s desire to move here.