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Everton could get the chance to go after a Leeds United target after a third bid from Elland Road was rejected
Meanwhile, Orel Mangala has returned to French club Lyon after his season-long loan. He did not feature in the second half of the campaign after suffering an ACL injury. It does leave Moyes with just Idrissa Gana Gueye - who signed a new deal last week - and James Garner as his options.
Everton linked with Sean Longstaff as third Leeds United bid rejected
They wrote: “The proposal has not been deemed sufficient by the Newcastle hierarchy. Leeds are understood to be considering their options and may as a result choose to move onto other targets.”
Leeds United move for Sean Longstaff open to Everton hijack
With the Whites mulling whether or not a fourth bid is worth it, Everton now have the chance to swoop in and secure a deal. They will clearly need to go over £12m for Longstaff given that is the highest offer from Elland Road and it has not been accepted.
According to The Athletic, Longstaff has agreed to personal terms with Leeds but Newcastle are somewhat standing in his way. He started just eight of the Magpies’ 38 Premier League fixtures last season and in the final six games he only came off the bench once, which is in the 89th minute in a 2-0 win over Chelsea.
He is 27-years-old and will not want to waste another season of his career being a bit-part player. Leeds have been newly-promoted and have lost midfielder Joe Rothwell who spent time on loan at Elland Road last campaign. But Everton also have gaps in their midfield and with Moyes aiming for Europe, Longstaff could be tempted to Merseyside if the Toffees come up with a decent offer.
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