Everton are reportedly showing an interest in signing former Arsenal and USA national team striker Folarin Balogun ahead of the summer transfer window, according to Sports Boom.
The Toffees are enjoying an impressive season under David Moyes, and with European qualification a serious possibility, they'll be looking to significantly strengthen their squad in the summer.
Qualifying for Europe will force Everton to bring in a higher calibre of players, while also increasing their depth in order to deal with the hectic fixture schedule.
Signing a new centre-forward could be one of Everton's priorities later this year, with the likes of Thierno Barry and Beto struggling with consistency since arriving at the club.
Everton Eyeing Former Arsenal Striker
Monaco's Folarin Balogun (2024)
According to a report from Sports Boom, Everton are preparing a move to sign Monaco striker Balogun in the summer transfer window, who could cost up to £48m.
It won't be an easy deal to do, considering Monaco don't want to sell, hence why they are looking to receive approximately double what they paid Arsenal to bring him to Ligue 1.
Balogun has enjoyed an impressive season with Monaco, contributing with 20 goals and assists in all competitions.
The 24-year-old has gone from strength to strength since leaving Arsenal, and he looks set to lead the line for the USA at the upcoming World Cup later this year.
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Everton Have Striker Decision to Make
Thierno Barry
If Everton decide to pursue a new striker in the summer transfer window, then they have a big decision to make on either Barry or Beto.
Having three senior centre-forwards, when Moyes tends to only utilise one in his system, doesn't make sense, meaning we could see the Toffees offload one of their current options.
Both Barry and Beto have now scored six Premier League goals this season after the latter bagged a brace against Chelsea at the weekend.
Barry has more time on his side, being five years younger, while he's still adapting to Premier League football after signing at the beginning of the campaign.
Should Everton Sell Barry or Beto?
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GIVEMESPORT asked ChatGPT whether it would make more sense to offload Beto or Barry this summer.
Everton F.C. should sell Beto if forced to choose between him and Thierno Barry.
Beto’s profile overlaps with traditional target forwards and offers limited link-play in possession phases.
Barry provides greater tactical flexibility, capable of stretching defences and attacking channels dynamically.
Younger age gives Barry higher development ceiling and resale potential.
Barry’s mobility better suits modern transition-based Premier League systems.
Everton’s squad needs forwards who combine pressing intensity with movement variety.
Selling Beto maximises tactical evolution while protecting long-term squad value.