The 23-year-old could have played his last game for Middlesbrough as Premier League suitors circle
Brian Dick Reach Football Correspondent
13:13, 15 Jun 2026
Hayden Hackney of Middlesbrough is emotional at full time after defeat to Hull City in the Championship play-off final at Wembley on 23 May 2026
Hayden Hackney of Middlesbrough(Image: Harvey Murphy/News Images/SmartFrame)
Middlesborough want a package of around £25million for crown jewel Hayden Hackney, according to a report.
The Daily Mail claim Everton are expected to come back in for the 23-year-old, having seen their original reported £18m offer, including £7m in add-ons, knocked back.
They also reckon Crystal Palace will make their own move, amid speculation surrounding their star midfielder Adam Wharton. It is said the Eagles have indicated their willingness to come closer to £20m.
It is claimed Boro want £20m down with £5m in add-ons for a player who still has a season left on his current contract.
Almost as soon as the season ended speculation about the midfielder’s future began to intensify, with the likes of Manchester United linked – albeit likely down to the links with Michael Carrick.
It emerged that Hackney prefers a move to Everton, amid interest from Hull City, having been named Championship Player of the Year.
Hackney has come through the Boro youth system and but for a loan spell with Scunthorpe has spent his entire career at the club.
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