Everton will be looking to strengthen in their wide areas, as it looks like Jack Harrison won’t be returning.
Harrison didn’t have the best two-year spell at Everton as the winger didn’t quite capture the eye of David Moyes.
Despite this, Moyes could go back in for Harrison, even though the 28-year-old has returned to his parent club, Leeds United.
Recently, Harrison was spotted with Orel Mangala in what could be a hint at a possible return for both players.
There has been nothing concrete, but that doesn’t mean Moyes will stay away from Leeds, as Dan James has now appeared on Everton’s radar.
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David Moyes interested in Dan James as stance revealed on joining Everton
The Leeds winger and Wales international is well known around the Premier League.
This is after his stint with Manchester United, but the 27-year-old made the jump to Leeds in 2021 for £25m.
Last campaign, James was Leeds’ player of the season, having an involvement in 21 goals, and explains why he’s back in the top flight.
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But whether that is with Leeds is another question, as Moyes wants a new right-winger in his squad.
TEAMtalk have now revealed that with the winger out of contract at Elland Road in June 2026, several clubs, which include ‘long-term admirers’, Everton, have been alerted to a possible cut-price deal for the electric forward.
However, it’s been made fairly clear that James’ priority remains on staying at Leeds, and with talks continuing over a new deal, Leeds have a growing belief that the 27-year-old wants to remain with a fresh two-year deal on the table.
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Everton target Dan James has shown his Premier League quality
Of course, the step-up from the second tier to the top flight is a stark contrast, but luckily for James, he’s been there and done it.
After being bought by Ole Gunnar Solskjaer at United in 2019, James made an instant impact, showing the ability he can bring to Moyes’ plans.
His time at United ended up fizzing out, but it seems his career is having a resurgence at Leeds, and The Friedkin Group should try and tempt the Welshman to join.
James’ lightning pace is what makes him a special tool, and Moyes could end up having the Welshman and Iliman Ndiaye on both wings, which provides a real threat.
With a £25m fee to his name, he won’t be cheap, and although it will take a chunk out of Everton’s £100m budget, it could end up being a masterclass of a signing.