Everton are eyeing a deal to sign Watford sensation Othmane Maamma this summer to add to their forward options, according to Sports Boom.
The Toffees strengthened their attack last summer with the arrivals of Jack Grealish, Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, Tyler Dibling, and Thierno Barry, before also bringing in Tyrique George during the January transfer window from Chelsea.
But as the club push for European qualification for next season, plus question marks over whether Grealish will return next season, they are making plans to bring in more firepower in the upcoming summer window, with one young star emerging as a genuine option.
Everton Eyeing Maamma Deal
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Maamma, who has been described as 'absolutely insane' and 'explosive', has been a regular for Watford in the Championship this season, registering four goals and one assist in 20 appearances, with the Hornets pushing to get into the playoff positions.
The winger has attracted the attention of a number of Premier League sides, and it's understood that Everton have been keeping a very close eye on the Moroccan as a potential option for their squad next season.
The exciting 20-year-old has seen his value skyrocket just 12 months after arriving at Vicarage Road for less than £1m, with Watford now slapping a £15m asking price on his head to even open negotiations.
Maamma is seen as a winger who has a very bright future in the game, having won the Golden Ball Award for the best player FIFA Under-20 World Cup earlier this season. Everton have been impressed by his fearless performances too, and David Moyes is seen as someone who could help to develop him and see him reach his full potential.
Who is Othmane Maamma?
Othmane Maamma
A direct, pacey and tricky winger, Maamma's exciting style has got fans on the edge of their seats whenever he picks up the ball.
But after seeing the way that Dibling has struggled to adapt and earn the trust of Moyes, it's not a given that he will jump at the chance to move to the Hill Dickinson Stadium.
GIVEMESPORT asked ChatGPT to break down Maamma's style of play and how he would fit into the Everton squad, and this was its response:
Direct winger – pace and acceleration to attack defenders 1v1 and stretch defences.
Creative wide threat – capable of assists, crossing and quick combinations.
Versatile attacker – can play RW, LW or across the frontline.
Fit for Everton: adds pace, transitional threat and depth out wide.
Concern: defensive work and consistency still developing.
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